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
100 episodes
10 Essential Travel Tips for Every International Trip
After more than 20 years and close to 50 countries together, Doug and I share the actual routine we follow before every international trip. Not a generic list, just the 10 things that keep us organised, connected and confident.Booki...
Why Travel Is About So Much More Than an Itinerary
AI can generate an itinerary in seconds. What it cannot do is sit with your story, hear what a place means to you, or notice the detail that changes everything. That is what this conversation is about.Tracy and Cate from My Germany V...
Train Travel in Türkiye: A 12-Day Family Trip on a Budget
£25 for a 14-hour sleeper train with beds, a sink, and power points. £6.50 for a seven-hour scenic ride across central Türkiye. If you've ever assumed Türkiye is a fly-and-spend destination, this episode is here to change that picture entirely....
How to plan an Outer Hebrides road trip to Lewis and Harris
Scotland's Outer Hebrides don't forgive poor planning. Ferries sell out, accommodation is limited, and the roads demand your full attention. But get it right and you're rewarded with some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world. In thi...
My Favourite Destinations, Top Travel Tips and the Story Behind Global Travel Planning
Travel has shaped everything about who I am, and I wanted to get personal and answer the questions you’ve been sending in: why I travel so much, how it all began, what destinations I love most, and how I actually plan a trip without turning it ...
Europe by Train: Real Tips and Highlights from a Three-Week Multi-Country Rail Trip
Narelle Mather joins Tracy to share how she planned and took a three-and-a-half-week multi-country train trip through Europe with her husband, sister, and a close friend. Starting in London and finishing in Warsaw, the group travell...
How to Plan an Independent Trip to China: Tips for First-Time Visitors
How to Plan an Independent Trip to China: Trains, Apps, Payments & Real TipsWhen you think of China, you probably think of Beijing, Shanghai, or the Great Wall. But planning an independent trip across such a vast and culturall...
Philippines Trip Report: Moalboal Eco Lodge Experience
In this episode of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins and co-host Doug Collins swap roles with special guest interviewer Amanda Kendle as they share their firsthand trip report from the Philippines.The conversa...
Japan Travel Planning: Ultimate Guide to Japanese Theme Parks
This week Tracy is joined by Japan travel specialist Helen Foster to share expert advice on visiting Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea, and Universal Studios Japan in Osaka.If you are planning your first Japan trip and considering adding...
Exploring Switzerland by Train: Scenic Rail Journeys and Mountain Experiences
What makes Switzerland one of the most breathtaking countries in the world to explore by train?This week Tracy is joined by Switzerland travel expert Carolyn, founder of Holidays to Switzerland, to talk about the scenic rail journeys and...
Exploring the Peruvian Amazon: Wildlife, Culture and Adventure
This week Tracy is joined by seasoned travel podcaster and traveller Chris Christensen, host of the Amateur Traveler podcast, to share his recent experience travelling through the Peruvian Amazon.<...
Exploring Antarctica: What It’s Really Like on an HX Expeditions Cruise
Ever wondered what it actually takes to reach Antarctica and what it feels like when your boots hit the ice? We open up the journey, from long-haul hops to Ushuaia and life aboard a small HX Expeditions hybrid ship to the reality of the Drake P...
Travel Planning in 2026: Trends, Inspiration, and Travel Plans
Planning a great trip in 2026 shouldn’t feel like a second job. We’re kicking off the year with a clear roadmap for slower, more intentional travel—fewer destinations, deeper experiences, and practical steps that make every day on the road feel...
Around the World in 2025: Global Travel Planning’s Year in Review
This week Tracy and Doug reflect on a year filled with global adventures, practical travel advice, and behind-the-scenes stories from life on the road and behind the microphone.From Tracy reaching her seventh continent to shared reflecti...
Top 10 Most Incredible Train Journeys Around the World for Travel Lovers
Epic landscapes deserve an equally epic way to travel. We’re diving into the romance and reality of rail: why trains make holidays start at the platform, how sleepers turn miles into memories, and which routes around the world are worth plannin...
Stamped: Tracy Collins - From Curious Traveller to Global Travel Planner
This week, the mic is flipped. Tracy invites her friend and fellow podcaster Amanda Kendle (The Thoughtful Travel Podcast) to quiz her about the moments that shaped a lifetime of travel. From a grandmother’s pack of postcards th...
Wildlife Wonders of Queensland: Where to See Kangaroos, Koalas, Whales + More
This week host Tracy Collins is joined by Queensland expert Melissa, who shares her insider knowledge of where and when to experience Australia’s most iconic wildlife.Together they uncover the magic of seeing animals in the...
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
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...