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The Travel Diaries

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

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 weeklyEpisodes199Founded7 years ago
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Welcome to The Travel Diaries: Unpacked, your weekend dose of wanderlust. I’m Holly Rubenstein, and today I’m joined by travel and design editor Amira Hashish, founder of creative studio Rapport, who spent 12 years at the Evening Standard, where she ... more

Today I’m joined by the iconic Celia Imrie. Celia is, of course, one of Britain’s best-loved actresses, with an extraordinary career spanning more than five decades. From her unforgettable collaborations with Victoria Wood, to Bridget Jones’s Diary, ... more

Today I’m joined by the brilliant Suzannah Ramsdale, Lifestyle Director at The Standard, whose job involves knowing exactly where’s worth going and what’s worth your precious time off.

And there’s so much inspiration in this conversation. If you’re ... more

From the jazz clubs and Mardi Gras parades of New Orleans to the swamps, dance halls and small towns of Acadiana, this Destination Special explores a side of Louisiana, USA that many visitors never get to see.

We travel west along Interstate 10 into... more

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Suzannah Ramsdale
Lifestyle Director at The London Standard
The London Standard
Episode: Unpacked: Seville, Bologna, Peligoni, Cádiz & more with Suzannah Ramsdale, Lifestyle Director at The London Standard
Herman Fuselier
Louisiana-based travel and culture writer
Louisiana natives
Episode: Louisiana: Small Towns, Swamps & Southern Soul - Destination Special
Jourdan Thibodeaux
Cajun French musician and singer
Cajun French language community
Episode: Louisiana: Small Towns, Swamps & Southern Soul - Destination Special
Lori Johnson Walls
Operator of Johnson's Boucanière, Lafayette restaurant
Johnson's Boucanière
Episode: Louisiana: Small Towns, Swamps & Southern Soul - Destination Special
Sarah Allard
Digital Director at Condé Nast Traveller
Condé Nast Traveller
Episode: Unpacked: New York, Greek Islands, Monastero Santa Rosa, Scandinavia & more, with Conde Nast Traveller Digital Director, Sarah Allard
Steve Backshall
TV presenter, adventurer and explorer
Episode: Steve Backshall returns to the podcast!
Luke Abrahams
Travel writer, author, and photographer
Episode: Unpacked: Japan, Mongolia, Praiano's Casa Angelina, Ladakh & more with travel writer, Luke Abrahams
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

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Holly Rubenstein
Host of The Travel Diaries

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Amazing!!!

    I just listened the episode with Eva Zu Beck and it’s truly inspiring to hear her story and I love that there are so many amazing conversation points! 100/10 podcast! 🧡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AvaWanderer
    Canadaa month ago
  • 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 Kingdoma month 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 Kingdom7 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 Kingdom7 months ago

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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.

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Unpacked: New York, Greek Islands, Monastero Santa Rosa, Scandinavia & more, with Conde Nast Traveller Digital Director, Sarah Allard
Q: Annie in West Sussex asks for a chic boutique property for an autumn weekend in the UK with a budget of around 400 a night. Any recommendations?
Sarah suggests cozy, food-forward options with open fires and strong local focus, highlighting Bruton in Somerset for its creative vibe and No. 1 at Chapel and Glebe House in Devon as two strong autumn picks, emphasizing the balance of comfort, design, and local produce.
Unpacked: Seville, Bologna, Peligoni, Cádiz & more with Suzannah Ramsdale, Lifestyle Director at The London Standard
Q: Is there somewhere short haul where I can prolong my summer for a few days after the clocks go back?
Suzannah suggests Seville and Cádiz as excellent shoulder-season options with pleasant October temperatures, easy train links, and a relaxed vibe that blends city sightseeing with beachy leisure.
Steve Backshall returns to the podcast!
Q: What would you say is your all-time favorite destination today?
He names Isles of Scilly as a current favorite due to its proximity, wildlife experiences, and family memories, while noting continued affection for places like Bimini and Alaska.
Steve Backshall returns to the podcast!
Q: What do you say when people question Jerusalem as a bucket-list destination given current circumstances?
He argues that Jerusalem should be experienced personally to understand its depth and that traveling there isn't about taking sides but about witnessing multiple faiths and histories together.
Steve Backshall returns to the podcast!
Q: What was the most remote place you've felt you've been on your travels?
He discusses deep wilderness locations like New Britain off New Guinea and the long, arduous journeys required to access remote caves and rainforests, emphasizing the sense of remoteness and mingled awe and anxiety.

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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

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Recent guests on The Travel Diaries include:

1. Suzannah Ramsdale
2. Herman Fuselier
3. Jourdan Thibodeaux
4. Lori Johnson Walls
5. Sarah Allard
6. Steve Backshall
7. Luke Abrahams
8. Ruthie Rogers

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