Winging It Travel Podcast
The Winging It Travel Podcast is your weekly ticket to the world—dropping every Monday and hosted by me, James Hammond, proudly part of the Voyascape Network. This is more than just a travel podcast—it's a cinematic audio experience that takes you deep into the heart of each journey. Through rich immersive soundscapes, on-the-ground reactions, and authentic storytelling, I bring you right alongside me—whether I’m hiking up volcanoes in Guatemala, navigating the chaos of a city market in India, or camping under the stars in British Columbia. With over fifteen years of travel behind me, I've met incredible people, seen breathtaking places, and collected unforgettable stories—and now I get to share them with you. Expect a mix of: 🎧 Immersive-Audio episodes that let you hear the world as I experience it 🎙️ Raw, reflective solo episodes filled with insights, tips, and honest travel tales 🌍 Guest conversations with some of the most diverse and well-travelled people I've encountered on the road Every episode blends anecdotes, practical advice, cultural insight, and moments of pure adventure. This podcast is for travellers, dreamers, backpackers, and anyone who’s ever thought, what if I just went for it? So, if you're looking for stories to tell, tips to share, and experiences to inspire, you're in the right place. There’s so much travel content coming your way, it just might spark that trip you’ve been dreaming about for years. Welcome to a world of travel! Thank you for listening in. Please get in touch with us below. Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com Finally, please rate the podcast five stars on your podcast app and give a positive written review. This helps the podcast grow, for free. Website - https://www.wingingittravelpodcast.com Buy Winging It a coffee - buymeacoffee.com/wingingit Voyascape - https://voyascape.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/jameshammondtravel Email - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com Roaming with Hammo YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@roamingwithhammo Happy Winging It!
Episodes
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Winging It for 7 Months in Melbourne: From $0 to $14K in Savings, South Melbourne Living & Grim Infections
In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I break down my sev...
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IMMERSIVE - 20 Minutes at the Finnish Lakelands: Unwind at Lake Maunolanselkä (ASMR style)
Grab a pair of headphones, find a quiet space, and step onto a wooden jetty in t...
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Winging It On Location – Days 12-17 - UK + Paris: A 30k Step Day In Paris, 4 English Breakfasts in 4 Days + Thoughts on Home
In this episode, I wrap up my latest tri...
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Winging It On Location – Days 9-11 - Finnish Lakelands: A Deserted Resort By The Lake, Epic Morning Drone Views + Helsinki Airport Chaos
In Days 9–11 of the Fi...
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Winging It On Location – Days 7-8 - Finnish Lakelands - Mökki Life, More Saunas and Our Own Little Cabin Along Route 62
Days 7 and 8 take us properly into the Finnis...
Winging It On Location – Days 4-6 - Helsinki: Our First Sauna, Trendy Coffees and Dancing On The Street
In this on-location episode of Winging It, I continue the Estonia-to-Finland road trip and spend three packed days exploring Helsinki — a city that quickly became one of my favourite capital cities in Europe.
From the ferry across the Gulf of Finland to trendy speciality coffee shops, a free walking tour, and o...
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Winging It On Location – Days 2-3-Tallinn: A Trendy Old Town, Estonian History and Monopoly Deal
In this second instalment of my Winging It On Location series from t...
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Winging It On Location – Day 1: 5-Hour Layover in Amsterdam & Arriving in Tallinn
The European tour is officially underway.
In this first on-the-road episode, I t...
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A year ago, my partner Emma was diagnosed with celiac disease, completely changing the way we think about travel. In this special episode, I'm sharing my conversation with Leigh F...
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Some travel memories fade over time, but others stay with you forever.
In this solo episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I'm sharing ten very specific travel moments from the ...
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Five years ago, I recorded one of the earliest solo episodes of Winging It, sharing ten pieces of travel advice that I wished someone had told me before I set off exploring the wo...
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Why the World Cup Proves Travel Brings People Together | My Updated 2026 Travel Plans & Recovering From Kidney Stones
This week I'm sharing a more personal update as I recover ...
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This week is a little different.
I went back through the Winging It archives and handpicked 15 previous guests, asking each of them the same quick-fire question:
"What would you say...
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Why You Should Stop Waiting for the “Right Time” to Take a Career Break (Taking A Career Break with Katrina Crossover)
This week on Winging It, I'm sharing a s...
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Why Travel Changes Everything - A Deep Dive with James Hammond on the Island Vacation Travel Podcast
Hello guys!
Another guest appearance on another travel podcast today, and this t...
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Wellington Travel Guide: Why I Spent a Year Living in New Zealand's Capital
Wellington is one of my favourite cities in the world, and in this episode I'm sharing exactly why.
I fir...
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Welcome to this special episode where I am on the other side of the mic!
I recently joined the Temporary Locals Podcast to share my experience travelling through the fascinating Hi...
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Gabriola Island Travel Guide: British Columbia’s Peaceful Gulf Island Escape + Camping, Cafes & Beaches
In this immersive episode of the Winging It Travel Podcas...
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Why Waiting Until Retirement To Travel Will Be Your Biggest Regret
Have you ever said to yourself, “I’ll travel when I retire”? In this solo episode of the Wingin...
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IMMERSIVE - The Soundscapes of Oaxaca, Mexico - Colourful Streets, The Zocalo, Busy Markets + A Local Food Tour
Oaxaca, Mexico, had been on my travel list for years, and in 2024, I...
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