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The Thoughtful Travel Podcast

Amanda Kendle
Travel
Public Transport
Thoughtful Travel
Australia
Italy
Japan
Sustainable Tourism
Travel Stories
Bangkok
Train Travel
Overtourism
Language Learning
South Korea
Solo Travel
Ayutthaya
Cultural Exchange
Tourism
Tourism Cares Meaningful Travel Summit
Thailand
Iceland

The Thoughtful Travel Podcast with Amanda Kendle is a show for travel lovers. Each episode is packed with travel stories from fellow travel addicts on topics like using foreign languages, meeting the locals, getting lost and what we learn from our travels.

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Where do you sleep when a trip takes you away from a standard hotel room? This episode features some of the more unusual kinds of places we can stay on our travels - some brilliant, but some pretty uncomfortable!

I chat first with Tim Geisler, a bi... more

Taiwan is starting to gain more attention as a fascinating place to visit: it's a great blend of delicious food, interesting history and culture, beautiful landscapes and above all, welcoming people! In this Chats with Locals episode, I talk with thr... more

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If you could go back in time and tap on the shoulder of your younger self as you backpack around the world, what would you say? I've been pondering this question and asked several other experienced travellers to tell me their thoughts on it too, and ... more

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This special episode is the audio of the live-streamed May 2026 meeting of the Thoughtful Travellers Book Club, chatting about "The Venice Hotel", a novel with very thoughtful travel themes, with author Tess Woods - amzn.to/4ug8Cou

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Josh Zukas
Travel writer based in Vietnam
joshuazukas.com
Episode: 392 What You'd Tell Your Younger Travelling Self
Tim Geisler
Owner and lead sailing instructor at Nautilus Sailing
nautilussailing.com
Episode: 392 What You'd Tell Your Younger Travelling Self
Tess Woods
Author of The Venice Hotel
Author, The Venice Hotel
Episode: Book Club 25: The Venice Hotel by Tess Woods
Tudor Morgan
HX Expeditions expedition leader and former operator with British Antarctic Survey, IAATO, and Hurtigruten/Hurtigruten Expeditions
HX Expeditions; British Antarctic Survey; IAATO; Hurtigruten Expeditions
Episode: 391 Enviable Travel Jobs
Cade Martin
Photographer with National Geographic projects and long travel career
National Geographic; Discovery Channel
Episode: 391 Enviable Travel Jobs
Kim Krowne
Co-presenter with Edward Lyimo, associated with Pristine Trails
Pristine Trails
Episode: 390 How to be a Good Volunteer Abroad
Edward Lyimo
Co-presenter with Kim Krowne, involved in volunteer programs abroad
Pristine Trails
Episode: 390 How to be a Good Volunteer Abroad
Jonty Crane
Long-term volunteer traveler,Timor-Leste and Fiji experiences
Exploring Timor
Episode: 390 How to be a Good Volunteer Abroad
Bianca Rappaport
Long-term digital nomad and advocate for regenerative volunteering
Wanderwell Club
Episode: 390 How to be a Good Volunteer Abroad

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • Absorbing

    I love the tone of this podcast. I feel involved, nostalgia and entertained.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E. Or
    Australiaa year ago
  • Perfect podcast for travellers

    I have only recently started listening to the thoughtful travel podcast and I absolutely love it .

    So many great stories to be told about travelling the world . Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lorraine123!
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A better way to travel

    I really enjoy this podcast and Amanda’s approach to travel - being intentional and thoughtful. I’m especially enjoying the Van Life series where Amanda recounts her family’s travels around Europe in a motorhome way back in 1985. It’s interesting to reflect on how we travelled back then compared to now. Thanks for sharing your memories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Euro_traveller
    Australiaa year ago
  • Wonderful podcast, full of stories, insights, and interesting tips. Amanda is a very warm and interesting host, and keeps things top notch!

    Podchaser
    5
    Jonny Wright
    a year ago
  • Great travel podcast

    This is one of my favourite travel podcasts. I especially love listening to the “What went wrong on my travels!” episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sandy_travels
    Australiaa year ago

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Audience values the diverse range of guests and practical takeaways for thoughtful travel and storytelling.
Listeners praise the calming, insightful tone and host's ability to surface meaningful travel stories.
Many appreciate the focus on ethics, sustainability, and real-world experiences over destination hype.

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393 Taiwan: Chats with Locals
Q: What should travelers know before visiting Taiwan?
Travelers should be mindful of Taiwan's tropical climate, potential typhoons, and occasional earthquakes, and plan accordingly for seasonal weather while enjoying the country's hospitality and diverse landscapes.
Book Club 24: Always Home, Always Homesick by Hannah Kent
Q: If there was to be a movie of Always Home, Always Homesick, who would you like to play Hannah?
Hannah and Amanda acknowledge it's an impossible question, suggesting they'd trust the director's casting vision and keep expectations modest.
383 Small Connections, Big Memories
Q: So you were traveling solo at this time?
Eryn shares her experiences of traveling solo in Thailand and how it helped her make connections.
371 Travel Trends for 2026
Q: What was Expedia's approach in their Unpack 26 study?
Expedia analyzed data to identify destinations of interest and collaborated with the World Travel and Tourism Council to ensure those locations were managing tourism responsibly.
371 Travel Trends for 2026
Q: What travel trends are anticipated in 2026?
Key trends include more active travel, a focus on lesser-known destinations, increased family travel, and the rise of solo travel.

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Thoughtful, reflective travel storytelling with a focus on meaningful experiences, local communities, and responsible exploration. Episodes commonly blend first-person journeys with interviews from writers, photographers, guides, and educators who share how travel shapes perspectives, ethics, and creativity. Notable strengths include long-form conversations, diverse guest backgrounds, and a emphasis on staying curious, culturally sensitive, and purposeful in how we travel. The show often surfaces practical wisdom for travelers who want to connect deeply with places and people while avoiding tourist pitfalls, making it appealing to thoughtful travelers, aspiring industry guests, and brands interested in responsible travel narratives.

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3. Tess Woods
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6. Kim Krowne
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8. Jonty Crane

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