From hiking through Saskatchewan's national parks to tales of a year abroad, this week's selection of travel-themed podcasts offers something for every wanderer.
The Wander Woman, hosted by broadcaster Phoebe Smith, takes listeners to “Canada’s most underrated province – Saskatchewan”. In the latest episode, she hikes through national parks, speaks with The Travel Mum Jenna Carr, and learns about fossils and endangered species. With ambient sounds and conversations with a park ranger, the episode immerses the audience in the wilderness.
The Thoughtful Travel Podcast, now in its 10th year and on episode 396, explores the benefits of extended travel. Host Amanda Kendle is joined by guests Riana Ang-Canning, Amy Willis and Jonty Crane, who share their experiences of living abroad, working as digital nomads and volunteering in Timor-Leste.
Armchair Explorer, hosted by British travel writer Aaron Millar, takes listeners off the beaten track. Since 2020, Millar has interviewed explorers and adventurers, sharing journeys into remote places and the communities he meets. The back catalogue features hundreds of documentaries for those seeking less conventional destinations.
For practical advice, The Holiday Expert Show, hosted by Chelsea Dickenson (known as The Holiday Expert) and James Robinson, combines budget travel tips with light-hearted entertainment. The latest episode covers five holiday pitfalls including passport issues, flight cancellations and travel scams, offering advice on how to avoid or handle them.
