Why We Travel Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Natalie, a digital nomad from the UK, about how culture and travel can impact our mental health.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• What is the relationship between psychology and traveling?
• What kind of positive impact traveling has on a person's mental state?
• What is the first thing you can do to get out of your comfort zone?
• Downsides of being a solo traveler
• Happy, peaceful, and easy places to start with
• And more

Links & Resources

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mind_the_culture/

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Urmi Hossain, a full-time female worker in the financial services industry, about Bangladesh.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• First experience of going to Bangladesh
• An insight into Bengali culture
• Things to do and places to watch in Bangladesh
• What kinds of tastes to expect in Bangladesh
• How much time do you need to visit Bangladesh

Links & Resources

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Julia Menez, a points strategy coach, speaker, and host of the Geobreeze Travel Podcast, about how to travel using points and miles.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• Travel hacking and using points for your advantage.
• What it means to collect points?
• How can you start collecting before you can start spending?
• How can you boost your credit score?
• What's a good strategy in regards where to spend your points.
• What's the biggest mistake people doing with points?
• Should you sign up for new credit cards every year?
• Different ways to transfer the points over to somebody else
• The perks you can have with points
• How can you get a free honeymoon package through points?

Links & Resources

Website: https://www.geobreezetravel.com
The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Ashlyn George, the award-winning content creator behind The Lost Girl's Guide to Finding the World, about a Canadian Province, Saskatchewan.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• A deep insight into Saskatchewan (Canadian province)
• What sorts of activities can you have in Saskatchewan
• How many sand dunes are there in Canada, and how much effort do you need to make to reach there?
• How do you get around in the province? What is the best way to travel?
• What kinds of travelers visit Saskatchewan?
• Camping & Wildlife in Canada
• How can people get in and out of Saskatchewan?
• How much of a budget and time do you need to visit Saskatchewan?
• What's the biggest mistake people make when traveling the region?

Links & Resources

Website: www.thelostgirlsguide.com
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In this episode, we talk with Sophie Ibbotson, Uzbekistan’s Tourism Ambassador to the UK, about that mysterious country of Central Asia.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• What is Uzbekistan like?
• How does it feel to be in Uzbekistan
• What should be on your to-do list while being in Uzbekistan
• What kind of travelers would you find in Uzbekistan?
• How much budget do you need for a 10-day trip to Uzbekistan?
• What languages are spoken in Uzbekistan
• Do you need a visa for Uzbekistan if you have a European passport?

Links & Resources

Website: uzbekistan.travel/en

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Caitlyn Lubas, an avid traveler, about one of the dream trips of the most expert explorers, Antarctica.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• An insight into Antarctica
• Why you should not travel on a cruise to Antarctica if you are prone to seasickness
• How much money do you need to reach Antarctica
• Which seasons can save you some money?
• What is the feeling of staying in a place like Antarctica
• How is the weather in Antarctica
• What gear do you need to take

Links & Resources

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caitlynlubas/

Website: https://www.youarewhereyougo.com/

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Philipp Muders from JOURNICATION Travel Blog about his adventure in Sri Lanka.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• What's the vibe & atmosphere when you arrive in Sri Lanka?
• Climate conditions of Sri Lanka
• Activities & things to do in Sri Lanka
• What choices of transportation do you have in Sri Lanka?
• Are there any post-effects of the civil war still?

Links & Resources

Website: https://journication.de/en/things-to-do-in-sri-lanka-travel-tips/

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Ed Gillis, the husband and dad of a bike-happy family of four from the Yukon in northern Canada,  about the extraordinary adventure of visiting 20 European countries in six months on bicycles.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• How is it possible to visit 20 European countries in six months on bicycles?
• What sorts of preparations do you need to travel on bicycles?
• How to manage luggage weight on bikes for such a long journey?
• The challenges faced as a family in these 6 months of cycling across Europe
• And more

Links & Resources

Website: yukon4explore.com
Book " Bike Touring With Kids: the Oceania Odyssey" : https://www.amazon.ca/Bike-Touring-Kids-six-month-adventure/dp/B09TMTGPX4

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Shafik Meghji, an award-winning travel writer, journalist, and author based in London,  about Bolivia, a fascinating country in South America.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• First impression of Bolivia
• Places you must visit in Bolivia
• How much time do you need at least to visit Bolivia
• An insight into the Bolivian locals & food
• Surprises that you would get in Bolivia
• Budget you need for a good Bolivian trip

Links & Resources

Website: www.shafikmeghji.com

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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In this episode, we talk with Stephen Ladd, author of Three Years in a 12-Foot Boat, about the adventure and experience of travelling on a boat.

On the Show Today You’ll Learn:

• Adventures and experience travelling on a boat
• How your lifestyle impacts your travel? 
• How dangerous is it to travel to places where there are no other tourists or infrastructure?
• And more

Links & Resources

Website: www.stephen-ladd.com

The Why We Travel Podcast website: https://whywetravel.net/

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