đ Why I Travel and Why You Should! â Revisited in 2025
In this special episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I go back to where it all startedâEpisode One, recorded in early 2021. Back then, I shared my reasons for travelling, my biggest lessons on the road, and my advice for anyone thinking about packing a bag and exploring the world. Four years later, Iâm revisiting those original thoughts to see if I still agree, if my perspective has shifted, or if I completely disagree with my younger self.
From my predictions about post-COVID travel, to choosing Japan as my favourite country and Nepalese cuisine as my top food, to sharing stories from Mount Kinabalu and life on the road with no smartphoneâthis revisit is both a reflection and a reality check. I also revisit my advice for young travellers, my mindset about money and freedom, and my dream plans for campervan road trips across Canada, the USA, and Scotland.
Whether youâre a long-time listener whoâs been here since day one or a new traveller looking for inspiration, this episode is a time capsule of my journey and proof of how travel continues to shape me. If youâve ever wondered why we travel, what we learn along the way, and how our perspectives evolve over time, this is the episode for you.
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Timetamps
00:00 Revisiting the Past: A Time Capsule of Travel
02:54 The Impact of COVID-19 on Travel
05:49 Personal Journey: Who is James Hammond?
08:38 Travel Experiences: Lessons Learned
11:34 Travel Preferences: Favourites and Surprises
14:51 Adventures and Challenges: Pushing Boundaries
17:41 The Future of Travel: Generational Shifts
20:39 The Evolution of Travel Goals and Mindset
27:43 The Backpacker Vibe in Bangkok
30:03 Living Without Technology: A Liberating Experience
32:50 The Importance of Travelling Young
36:12 Learning from Other Cultures
39:06 Choosing the Hard Path: Embracing Challenges
40:59 Future Travel Plans and Road Trips
46:09 Comfort Foods and Culinary Adventures
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