Global Travel Planning
Embark on a journey with us around the world.
The global travel planning podcast is filled with travel inspiration, itinerary ideas, real life adventures, practical tips and insights to fuel your wanderlust and help you make your travel dreams a reality.
Episodes
83 episodes
Ladies Who Travel: Cold Weather Adventures, Packing Tips, and Winter Destinations Worth the Chill
From Christmas markets and snowy city breaks to planning for icy adventures like Antarctica, this Ladies Who Travel episode is all about embracing the magic of cold-weather travel.Join Tracy and guest co-host Melissa
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Episode 82
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32:19
Stamped: Sinead - Trains, Travels, and Family Adventures Across 80 Countries
In this episode, host Tracy Collins is joined by lifelong traveller Sinead, who shares how a childhood love of caravan holidays and the travel stories of Michael Palin sparked a passion that led her to visit more than 80 countries...
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Episode 81
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34:42
Germany Travel Planning: Essential Tips for Exploring Germany’s Christmas Markets
Tracy is joined in this week's episode by travel expert Cate from My Germany Vacation to dive into the magical world of German Christmas markets. From iconic cities like Berlin, Cologne,...
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Episode 80
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33:57
Portugal Travel Tips for first time visitors with Julie Dawn Fox
Portugal captivates visitors with its dramatic coastlines, colourful cities, and relaxed pace of life that creates an immediate sense of welcome. We explore this diverse country with Julie Fox, a British writer who has lived in central Portugal...
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Episode 79
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57:54
Ladies Who Travel - Bucket List Dreams: Where We've Been and Where We're Going
Every traveller carries a mental list of places they long to see, from childhood dreams to newly discovered wonders. These bucket lists reveal our deepest fascinations and evolve as our relationship with travel changes.Tracy and new perm...
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Episode 78
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32:57
Stamped: Laura Dilts – Lifelong Adventures, Lasting Friendships, Shared Stories
What do decades of adventure, jumping off moving trains in rural Australia, and raising children adopted from Russia have in common? They are all part of Laura Dilts’s remarkable travel journey, which she shares in this captivating episode of S...
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Episode 77
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41:50
Europe in December: Route, Highlights and Winter Travel Tips
The enchanting atmosphere of European Christmas markets, overnight ferry adventures, and unique cultural experiences make winter travel across the continent a magical experience. We share practical insights from our three-week December journey ...
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Episode 76
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42:18
The Ultimate Whitsundays Travel Guide: Best Islands, Whitehaven Beach + Insider Tips
The Whitsundays are a tropical paradise of 74 islands set in the heart of Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef. With crystal-clear turquoise waters, pristine white beaches, and world-class sailing, the region is one of Australia’s most iconic holida...
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Episode 75
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40:47
Australia Travel Planning - Brisbane to Perth Road Trip [Itinerary, Tips and Costs]
In this episode of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins is joined by her husband and regular co-host Doug Collins to share the story of their epic 10-day coast-to-coast road trip across Australia, from Brisbane to Perth. Toget...
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Episode 74
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40:51
Ladies Who Travel: When Things Go Wrong, Keep Calm and Travel On
“The perfect trip rarely exists.” No matter how carefully you plan, travel throws curveballs. In this candid chat, the Ladies Who Travel unpack what happen...
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Episode 73
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34:15
Stamped: Melissa Delaware - From Australian Beginnings to Global Adventures
What sparks a lifelong love of travel? For some, it starts in childhood. For Melissa, co-host of Ladies Who Travel, it was different. She did not travel overseas until she was an adult, and her journey from novice to explorer shows how travel c...
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Episode 72
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29:43
Epic Africa Adventure (Part 2): Namibia, Botswana + Zimbabwe
Tanya returns to share part two of her incredible African adventure, taking us through Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe with thrilling stories of desert landscapes, wildlife encounters, and natural wonders.• Flying from Cape Town to Walv...
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Episode 71
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53:07
Epic Africa Adventure (Part 1): South Africa
Tanya Munro shares her incredible multi-country African adventure, focusing on South Africa in this first episode of a two-part series. After 35 years on her bucket list, she finally travelled through Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Cape To...
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Episode 70
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45:14
Staying Healthy While Exploring: Travel Tips for Body and Mind [Ladies Who Travel]
In episode 69 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by Shelly and Melissa for a ...
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Episode 69
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43:47
Stamped: Mandy Watson – One woman, one motto, and a world of adventure
What do you get when you mix an empty nest, unstoppable curiosity, and a cheeky life motto to “spend the kids’ inheritance”? In this episode of Stamped, Mandy Watson joins Tracy to share the bold, breathtaking, and often hilarious stor...
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Episode 68
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31:04
Exploring Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Ipoh: Our Complete Malaysia Itinerary
We take you on a journey through our 13-day adventure in Malaysia, exploring Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Ipoh by train, ferry and grab taxis while sharing our experiences, favourite foods, and practical tips.• Flying business class on Mala...
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Episode 67
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32:51
Hawaii for First Time Visitors: Essential Tip, Island Choices and more from Marcie Cheung
Hawaii expert Marcie Cheung shares essential insights for planning your first trip to the islands, from choosing which island to visit to navigating transportation and experiencing authentic local culture. We unpack common misconceptions about ...
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Episode 66
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42:07
Navigating Food Abroad: Tips, Mishaps & Healthy Hacks [Ladies Who Travel]
The Ladies Who Travel dish on food adventures around the globe, sharing their triumphs, disasters and discoveries while exploring how we eat abroad.• Food tours offer cultural context, local knowledge and social connections for solo tra...
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Episode 65
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33:53
Essential Tips for Your First Journey to India with Travel Expert Mariellen Ward
Mariellen Ward, an award-winning Canadian travel writer and co-founder of the tour company India for Beginners, shares her transformative 20-year journey through India and how she now helps first-time visitors experience this vibrant country wi...
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Episode 63
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52:03
Stamped: Amanda Kendle – How Thoughtful Travel Shapes a Life of Meaningful Adventures
In this very first episode of the Stamped series on the Global Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins welcomes Amanda Kendle, creator of the Thoughtful Travel Podcast. Together, they dive into Amanda’s personal travel stories, exploring th...
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Episode 63
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30:46
Ultimate Guide to Extended Travel: Tips from Our Nine-Month, 22-Country Trip
Tracy and Doug reflect on their incredible nine-month journey across 22 countries and four continents, sharing candid insights about their favourite destinations, practical tips, and lessons learned from long-term travel.• Morocco and S...
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Episode 62
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50:23
Discover Lucerne Switzerland: Top Five Things to Do [+ Hidden Gems and Insider Tips]
Lucerne captivates the imagination with its perfect blend of natural splendour and medieval charm. Nestled beside the crystalline waters of Lake Lucerne and surrounded by majestic Alpine peaks, this Swiss gem offers travellers an unforgettable ...
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Episode 61
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34:31
Lost in Translation: Hilarious English Mix Ups on Your Adventures Abroad [Ladies Who Travel]
The Ladies Who Travel dive into hilarious and confusing ways English varies worldwide, demonstrating how even English speakers can struggle to understand each other when tr...
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Episode 60
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42:28
Sri Lanka Travel Planning - 3 Week Itinerary & Essential Travel Tips
In this week's episode of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug are joined by guest host Karen to share a detailed trip report from their first journey t...
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Episode 59
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41:29
Ultimate First-Timer’s Guide to Tasmania
Tasmania captivates visitors with its breathtaking landscapes, fresh air, and unique charm that sets it apart from mainland Australia. Travel writer Jennifer Johnston shares her deep knowledge and passion for this island state, explaining why i...
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Episode 58
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53:19