
The cultural travel podcast for people who want to experience the world, not just consume it, through real stories, local perspectives, and meaningful conversations that help turn tourists into true travelers. kulturatravel.substack.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CulturePlaces & TravelEducationLanguage Learning | |||

The Rise of Skillcations
Skillcations = travel experiences centered around learning (language, cooking, photography, conservation, etc.)
Driven by the experience economy and a shift from passive sightseeing → active participation
Remote work (post... more
Episode: Speaking the Place: How Language Changes the Way You Travel
Guest: Hari Gunda
A Boren Scholar and Gilman Research Scholar at the University of Alabama with a dual degree in Data Science and Foreign Languages & Literature.Study and work exp... more
Exploring whether generative AI is enhancing personalization in travel or reinforcing sameness through algorithmic patterns.
Research & Context Referenced
McKinsey & Company (2024):Over 40% of travelers are using generative AI in some stage of trav... more
Guest: Remiah from Remiah Travels
Solo traveler and educator living in Abu Dhabi, focused on authentic travel, cultural awareness, and intentional movement through the world.
Episode Breakdown
Arrival vs Belonging
Remiah shares what surprised her... more
ETIAS: More Than a Checkbox
ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) will impact travelers entering Europe beginning in 2026. At the same time, the system may initially feel like a dramatic change; early disruptions are expected ... more
(0:00–0:47)Patagonia as we imagine it vs. Patagonia as it exists today — a destination still forming its tourism identity.
(0:47–1:00)Introducing the episode’s core question: what does it mean to visit a place before it’s fully developed for tourism... more
The Big Shift: Meaning Over Moments
Travel in 2026 is evolving from checklist tourism toward intentional, immersive experiences. With international arrivals increasing more than 4% beyond 2025 and industry revenue continuing to grow, demand is not d... more
Nicole shares how she was invited to attend a traditional Indian wedding in Goa.
The importance of preparation, etiquette, and asking questions before arrival.
Navigating uncertainty and culture shock through observation.
Why relying solely on Goo... more
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Apple Podcasts | #218 |










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