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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

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Today’s guest is, quite simply, one of the great travellers of our time. Sir Michael Palin first joined me on The Travel Diaries back in 2020, and that episode went on to become one of our most loved and most listened-to conversations ever. So when t... more

Before we get started, a quick warning: this episode contains spoilers. So if you haven’t finished watching the latest series of Race Across the World, I’d suggest turning off now and coming back once you have!

Race Across the World is one of those ... more

Today’s guest is one of the country’s best-loved comedians and presenters - the wonderful Tom Allen. You’ll know him from Bake Off: An Extra Slice, The Apprentice: You’re Fired, QI, Would I Lie To You?, Live at the Apollo and of course his standup co... more

On today’s Destination Special, we’re taking you somewhere that, for so many travellers, represents the ultimate holiday feeling: Queensland, Australia.

This is a state seven times the size of Britain! A place where one trip can take you from the cu... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Allen
Country's best-loved comedian and presenter, author of Common Decency
Author/Entertainer
Episode: Tom Allen
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
Gary Sherwin
Travel expert and CEO of Visit Newport Beach
Visit Newport Beach
Episode: Newport Beach - Bonus Destination Special
Charlotte Crosby
Reality TV star and travel/interview guest
Episode: Charlotte Crosby
Annabelle Thorpe
Travel writer and Turkey expert
Episode: Totally Türkiye - Destination Special with Trip.com
Tom Bradby
Journalist, author, and TV presenter
ITV News (former Royal Correspondent, political editor)
Episode: Tom Bradby
Dom Joly
Comedian and travel writer known for Trigger Happy TV and Dark Tourist journalism
Episode: Dom Joly

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Holly Rubenstein
Host of The Travel Diaries

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • My favourite podcast

    Absolutely loved discovering the back catalogue. New favourite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonny7712
    United Kingdom3 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 Kingdom3 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 Kingdom3 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 Kingdom5 months ago
  • Rick stein

    A lovely Christmassy episode with the always entertaining Rick Stein.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gilllean
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Wide guest variety keeps returning audiences engaged and curious about new places.
Host maintains a warm, engaging tone that prompts rich personal disclosures.
Content is aspirational and well-produced, though some listeners crave more diverse or grounded insights.
Guests consistently provide vivid, destination-rich stories that transport listeners.

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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.
Race Across The World’s, Jo and Kush
Q: Where did you first fall in love with the journey on the show?
Kush cited Sorrento in Italy as the first real moment of home and love for travel, with the coastal view and sunset marking a meaningful start to their adventure.
Sir Michael Palin returns
Q: So Michael Palin, welcome back to The Travel Diaries. It is so lovely to see you. How are you?
Palin responds that travel feels essential for aging well and keeping the mind and body active, and that his curiosity about the world has guided his career.
Tom Allen
Q: What would you say was your big break in your career?
Tom explains that there wasn't a single defining break; instead, long-term persistence and opportunities like Cats Does Countdown and Bake Off: An Extra Slice gradually opened doors, reinforcing that success came from sustained effort and seizing multiple chances over time.
Matt Tebbutt's Queensland, Australia - Destination Special
Q: Where would you choose as your all-time favorite destination in Queensland?
The Whitsundays stand out for their tropical paradise quality, complemented by Hamilton Island and the surrounding islands, though Lady Elliot Island and its coral atoll experiences also left a deep impression.

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This series features in-depth conversations with high-profile travelers, entertainers, writers, and journalists who share seven-chapter travel diaries—from early memories and first loves to bucket-list ambitions. Episodes weave together personal stories, cultural insights, and practical travel details, often highlighting destinations, cuisine, and the impact of place on identity. A standout aspect is the wide mix of guests, ranging from celebrated actors and musicians to seasoned travel writers and journalists, all framed by a warm, curious host and a polished production style that feels aspirational yet intimate.

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The Travel Diaries launched 7 years ago and published 187 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Travel Diaries include:

1. Tom Allen
2. Matt Tebbutt
3. Antoni Porowski
4. Eva zu Beck
5. Gary Sherwin
6. Charlotte Crosby
7. Annabelle Thorpe
8. Tom Bradby

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