Top Travel Podcasts We Actually Listen To (And Think You’ll Love Too)
We’re big fans of slow mornings, long walks, and letting our ears take us on a journey when our bodies can’t. Enter: the travel podcast. But not just any travel podcast — the ones that make you think, feel, and maybe even rethink the way you explore the world.
These are the top travel podcasts we go back to again and again — packed with stories, laughs, inspiration, and real talk about travel that actually matters. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just want something good to listen to while you wash the dishes, we’ve got you.
The Travel Diaries
Like Desert Island Discs, but for travel lovers. Host Holly Rubenstein invites well-known guests to share the trips that shaped them — from childhood holidays to life-changing journeys. Past guests include Dev Patel, Michael Palin, Simon Reeve, Dame Prue Leith… and they’re all surprisingly tender.
Why we love it: Nostalgic, thoughtful, and full of travel magic.
Take a listen here.
Living Adventurously
Hosted by the ever-curious Alastair Humphreys (aka the man who popularised “microadventures”), this podcast is packed with big questions and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Series two focuses on people living with purpose — not all travellers, but all deeply inspiring
Why we love it: Slow, soulful, and quietly motivational — like a deep breath for your brain.
Take a listen here.
The Big Travel Podcast
Hosted by journalist Lisa Francesca Nand, this one’s a total grab-bag of brilliant guests — from Paralympians and politicians to musicians and explorers — all sharing the travel stories that shaped their lives.
Why we love it: Every episode is totally different, but always full of heart.
Take a listen here.
Armchair Explorer
Award-winning travel writer Aaron Millar brings you one epic story per episode, told by the adventurer who lived it. Think: scaling Everest, solo sailing, or crossing continents by foot. It’s immersive and exciting — like a movie for your ears.
Why we love it: Properly gripping, beautifully produced, and wildly inspiring.
Take a listen here.
You Should Have Been There
If you like your travel stories with a side of trivia and a dash of dry humour, this is the one. Travel legend Simon Calder teams up with Mick Webb for relaxed, slightly geeky chats that feel like sitting in a pub with two mates who’ve really done their homework
Why we love it: Easygoing, clever, and great company on a walk.
Take a listen here.
Zero to Travel
Jason Moore has been on the road for over 15 years and it shows — in a good way. This one’s part travel storytelling, part advice, with tips on how to budget, travel solo, work remotely, and more. Also features big-journey interviews (think: cycling from Argentina to Alaska).
Why we love it: Helpful and heartfelt — a great mix of practical and personal.
Take a listen here.
Wander Woman
Phoebe Smith’s award-winning podcast feels like an audio travel journal, packed with vivid descriptions, local interviews, and soundscapes that make you feel like you’re there. She also throws in monthly hacks, shoutouts to trailblazing women, and thoughtful tips.
Why we love it: Intimate, immersive, and full of tiny moments that stick with you.
Take a listen here.
Travel Goals
Portia Jones hosts this energetic podcast that covers everything from the latest travel trends to destination deep-dives and travel writing tips. It’s well-researched, refreshingly honest, and has loads of gems for aspiring travel writers too.
Why we love it: Snappy, fun, and full of useful takeaways.
Take a listen here.
Rick Steves’ Travel Talks & Audio Tours
Rick Steves is a big name in the travel world — and for good reason. His main podcast features calm, insightful chats about culture and travel with experts from around the world. Bonus points for the huge collection of European audio tours and extras.
Why we love it: Feels like travelling with your super-knowledgeable uncle (in the best possible way).
Take a listen here.
Why We Listen
Because travel isn’t just about ticking off places. It’s about how we see the world, and what we learn when we slow down and really listen.
These podcasts remind us of that. They make us curious, thoughtful, and just a little more hopeful about what it means to explore — whether you’re halfway up a mountain or halfway through your laundry.
Got a favourite travel podcast we’ve missed? Send us a message on Instagram or tag us — we’re always up for adding another good listen to the queue.
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