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The Thoughtful Travel Podcast

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

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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Ireland and the Irish - we all have a story to tell, right? In this episode I get the insider stories from Ireland - both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland - from three brilliant guests who all agreed to answer questions about why they lov... more

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About one in ten jobs across the globe are in the travel industry, but from the hundreds of conversations I've had over the years, I've learnt that the paths to working in tourism and travel are many and varied!

In this episode I chat with four peo... more

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Episode 400 ... what?! Back in 2016, I certainly didn't imagine I'd reach Episode 400, and yet, here we are. It seemed something to celebrate so I asked my dear friend Sasha Wasley along to ask me 40 questions for 400 episodes (aren't you all lucky I... more

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For those of us with the great fortune of being taken travelling in our childhood, I'm certain that there are many ways this impacts our lives - changing our mindset and exposing us to so many new ideas, cultures, languages and people. In this episod... more

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Recent Guests

Colin Johnston
From just outside Belfast in Northern Ireland
Racing Daydreams (motorsport writer)
Episode: 402 Ireland: Chats with Locals
Tony O'Sullivan
From Kenmare in County Kerry, southwest Ireland
Airbnb host (Kenmare)
Episode: 402 Ireland: Chats with Locals
Laura Pakenham
From rural Ireland, author of a book on Irish history and culture
Author, Laura Pakenham
Episode: 402 Ireland: Chats with Locals
Russell True
The True Ranch Collection founder, veteran dude ranch operator
The True Ranch Collection
Episode: 401 Travel-Related Careers
Mathi Thayanan
Founder of The Curious Experience, travel company in Sri Lanka
The Curious Experience
Episode: 401 Travel-Related Careers
Jana Marie Bald
Founder of Earth for Solo Travelers, travel app
Earth for Solo Travelers
Episode: 401 Travel-Related Careers
Aabiskar Thapa
Founder of Sharing Seeds, Nepal-based community-based tourism entrepreneur
Sharing Seeds
Episode: 401 Travel-Related Careers
Sasha Wasley
Author and interviewer enlisted to interview the host for episode 400
Episode: 400 Forty Questions for Four Hundred Episodes
James Ward
Founder/Leader at Rewild Safaris, safari operator focused on conservation
Rewild Safaris
Episode: 398 Conservation and Tourism

Host

Amanda Kendle
Host of The Thoughtful Travel Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 280 ratings
  • The Inspiration I Wish I’d Had

    This podcast is the inspiration I wish I’d had before I started traveling. It’s fun to learn as you go, but there’s always more to learn. The advice, the memories, the ease to drop into the conversations. This podcast is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rowbean42
    United States2 months ago
  • 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

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Fans love the host's ability to connect diverse guests and topics
Many appreciate the focus on meaningful, responsible travel and practical, not surface-level tips
Listeners praise the show's calm, thoughtful tone and storytelling

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400 Forty Questions for Four Hundred Episodes
Q: The first thing I want to ask you is, the guest you think about most, unprompted, months later.
Amanda recalls several memorable guests, highlighting a Kenyan caretaker who looked after the last northern white rhinos, and notes that these stories linger and influence how she thinks about travel.
Book Club 26: Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck
Q: What makes Travels with Charley feel timeless or dated at the same time?
The book captures a genuine curiosity about people and places that feels timeless, while its depictions of race, indigenous history, and 1960s politics reflect the era's norms and biases, prompting readers to view it through a historical lens.
394 Unusual Accommodation
Q: And now tell me more about where you'd sleep now.
Tim explains that as his sailing-focused work evolved, he still seeks places that offer authentic experiences—comfortable enough to rest but always with a strong sense of place and adventure, favoring practicality and connection with the surroundings over pure luxury.
396 Spending A Year Abroad
Q: What was the biggest thing you learned from doing this Remote Year?
The guest describes becoming much more adaptable and confident, realizing they could transition from solo travel to living in multiple places while working, and recognizing the value of being able to function across various cultures and languages.
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.

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The show centers on thoughtful, human-centered travel stories, with conversations that balance practical travel insights and deeper cultural reflection. Episodes frequently explore learning languages, meeting locals, sustainable travel, and personal growth through longer-form storytelling. Guests range from safari operators and photographers to writers and educators, often highlighting responsible travel, intercultural understanding, and resilience on the road. Its standout traits include a warm, inquisitive host style, long-form interviews, and a consistent emphasis on meaning over mere destination tips, which can appeal to listeners who value context, ethics, and lived experiences in travel.

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1. Colin Johnston
2. Tony O'Sullivan
3. Laura Pakenham
4. Russell True
5. Mathi Thayanan
6. Jana Marie Bald
7. Aabiskar Thapa
8. Sasha Wasley

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