Rephonic
Artwork for The Travel Diaries

The Travel Diaries

Holly Rubenstein
Italy
France
Japan
California
Oman
Austria
Malta
Norway
Salalah
Jebel Akhdar
Los Angeles
London
Food and Beverages
New York
Iceland
Northern Ireland
Ireland
Dublin
Travel Experiences
Palm Springs

The Travel Diaries is a weekly interview series where journalist Holly Rubenstein chats to a special guest about their adventures around the world, and the travel experiences and destinations that have shaped their lives.

Be transported to exotic and far flung places as Holly and her diverse range of famous guests take you on a journey through the seven chapters of their life's travel diaries, fro... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes193Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Places & TravelPersonal JournalsSociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Travel Diaries

Latest Episodes

Today I’m joined by travel writer, author and photographer, Luke Abrahams. Luke is one of the UK's most prolific travel journalists, having been to 30 countries this year alone, and he's about to release a new book, The Luxury Travel Book: 25 persona... more

Today’s guest is one of the most influential figures in British food. Ruthie Rogers is the chef and co-founder of The River Cafe, the legendary Michelin-starred Italian restaurant in Hammersmith, which she opened with Rose Gray in 1987. Over nearly f... more

This week on The Travel Diaries: Unpacked, I’m joined by Lauren Ho, one of the world’s most well-travelled luxury hotel experts. Lauren is Travel Director of Wallpaper*, a contributing editor at Country & Town House and the Academy Chair for Western ... more

Today’s guest is one of Britain’s funniest, most distinctive and most beloved writers, Caitlin Moran.

Caitlin began writing her first book at just 13, was published at 16, and became an award-winning Times columnist and the bestselling author of boo... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Rosebud with Gyles Brandreth
Rosebud with Gyles BrandrethGyles Brandreth / Plain Jaine Media
Dish
DishCold Glass Productions

Recent Guests

Ruthie Rogers
Chef and co-founder of The River Cafe
The River Cafe
Episode: Ruthie Rogers
Lauren Ho
Academy Chair for Western Europe, World's 50 Best Hotels; travel editor at Wallpaper Magazine
Episode: Unpacked: World's 50 Best Hotels, Belmond Splendido, AlUla, Listener Q&A & more with travel editor, Lauren Ho
Caitlin Moran
Writer, journalist, author of How to Be Hopeful
Episode: Caitlin Moran
John O'Ceallaigh
Travel journalist and consultant to hospitality brands
Episode: Unpacked: China, Uzbekistan, Baku, Six Senses & more with travel editor, John O'Ceallaigh
Nisha Katona
Founder of Mowgli Street Food, author of The Curry Bible, TV presenter
Mowgli Street Food / Author / TV Presenter
Episode: Nisha Katona
Sir Michael Palin
Renowned traveler, writer, former Monty Python member
Self, later works on travel broadcasting and writing
Episode: Sir Michael Palin returns
Matt Tebbutt
Chef, broadcaster and host of Saturday Kitchen
Television/Food media
Episode: Matt Tebbutt's Queensland, Australia - Destination Special
Antoni Porowski
Global TV star, best-selling author, food obsessive; known for Queer Eye
Queer Eye (Netflix) and National Geographic; Best of the World with Antoni Porowski
Episode: Antoni Porowski, Queer Eye star and Presenter
Eva zu Beck
Adventurer, filmmaker, writer
Self‑employed / writer and filmmaker
Episode: Eva zu Beck, adventurer & filmmaker

Host

Holly Rubenstein
Host of The Travel Diaries

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Thank you

    My mouth buds are connecting to the memory of what I am hearing

    I have some connection to bit of her life as it was similar to mine But I never travelled due to poverty Now at age of 64 I can afford to travel I will be solo travelling but do want too So maybe the podcast can help galvanise my soul ahh to step into the abyss of another country and be

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lovealways#
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • My favourite podcast

    Absolutely loved discovering the back catalogue. New favourite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonny7712
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great Guests!

    Holly brings together some really interesting voices from within the travel and entertainment world. It's nice to hear about the places that have inspired people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dedward93
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • My new favourite podcast

    What an incredible back catalogue. I loved discovering so many of the episodes - favourite episodes are Joanna Lumley and Rick Stein, and Dom Joly was great today!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zsusziddds
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Really enjoying the interviews! Holly is a wonderful host and asks such great questions. You get such a good feel for the places the guests have loved travelling to. Heavenly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mimi Winters
    United Kingdom8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the host's warm, engaging style and the breadth of guests.
Fans appreciate high production values and vivid travel storytelling; some critique opening segments or politics in certain episodes.
Audience notes how wanderlust and destination knowledge shine through in every episode.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ruthie Rogers
Q: Why is Florence so meaningful to her?
Florence represented a culinary revelation and a visual and architectural awakening, reinforcing her belief that food and place can deeply define identity and craft.
Ruthie Rogers
Q: What was Ruthie's earliest childhood travel memory?
Her family trip to Cuba after the revolution left a lasting impression of hope, social change, and the interplay of beauty and risk, shaping her later interests in culture and architecture.
Unpacked: World's 50 Best Hotels, Belmond Splendido, AlUla, Listener Q&A & more with travel editor, Lauren Ho
Q: Can you recommend a celebratory European spot that is luxurious and beautiful for a 70th birthday without breaking the bank?
Estelle Manor in the Cotswolds offers luxury, variety, and multi-generational appeal with excellent dining, spa, and activities, making it a refined yet value-conscious choice for a family celebration.
Unpacked: China, Uzbekistan, Baku, Six Senses & more with travel editor, John O'Ceallaigh
Q: Where would you recommend for someone who wants more of an adventure, but still wants that bit of comfort?
Uzbekistan is highlighted as a highly rewarding destination that blends adventure with approachable comforts through private guides, reasonable prices, and strong infrastructure, making it an ideal fit for travelers seeking both novelty and ease.
Race Across The World’s, Jo and Kush
Q: What was the biggest challenge you faced during the race?
Kush spoke about Kyrgyzstan as a tough stretch where he felt overwhelmed, and Jo highlighted the mental strain of long, unpredictable legs and the importance of their friendship in weathering it.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Travel Diaries

What is The Travel Diaries about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly interview series that centers travel as a lens on people, places, and personal journeys. Across episodes, conversations unfold through seven life chapters—early travel memories, first loves, favorite destinations, hidden gems, and bucket-list ambitions—often weaving in food, culture, and the political or historical contexts of places visited. Guests range from actors, chefs, and journalists to explorers and comedians, bringing a kaleidoscope of experiences that illuminate how travel shapes careers, worldviews, and creative work. The program stands out for high-quality storytelling, strong host guidance, and a consistent emphasis on vibrant destinations, memorable moments, and actionable travel insights that inspire wanderlust while... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Travel Diaries?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Travel Diaries. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Travel Diaries and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Travel Diaries get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Travel Diaries, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Travel Diaries?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Travel Diaries, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Travel Diaries have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Travel Diaries has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Travel Diaries?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Travel Diaries:

1. Desert Island Discs
2. Rosebud with Gyles Brandreth
3. The Mid•Point with Gabby Logan
4. Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware
5. Dish

How many episodes of The Travel Diaries are there?

The Travel Diaries launched 7 years ago and published 193 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Travel Diaries?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Travel Diaries?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Travel Diaries from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Travel Diaries?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Travel Diaries. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Travel Diaries?

Recent guests on The Travel Diaries include:

1. Ruthie Rogers
2. Lauren Ho
3. Caitlin Moran
4. John O'Ceallaigh
5. Nisha Katona
6. Sir Michael Palin
7. Matt Tebbutt
8. Antoni Porowski

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days