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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 world. Since then, I've visited many more countries, built a travel podcast, launched a YouTube channel, started a podcast production business and experienced everything from hiking to Tiger's Nest in Bhutan to travelling through Guatemala, Mexico and El Salvador.
So I decided to revisit that episode and ask a simple question: Would I still give the same advice today?
In this episode, I react to each of my original ten travel tips, discussing what's changed, what I've learned over another five years of travelling and whether my opinions still hold true. From embracing flexibility and getting outside your comfort zone to documenting your travels, packing efficiently and making the most of working holiday visas, this is an honest look at how both travel—and I—have evolved.
Whether you're planning your very first backpacking trip or you've already caught the travel bug, I hope these updated reflections help you travel smarter, more confidently and make the most of every adventure.
If you've got your own travel advice that you'd give to a first-time traveller, I'd love to hear it. Get in touch on social media or leave a comment on YouTube.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
02:30 – Why I'm revisiting one of my earliest podcast episodes
03:00 – 1. Be flexible when planning
09:00 – 2. Get out of your comfort zone
15:15 – 3. Make the most of work visas
25:45 – 4. Document everything
31:40 – 5. Take your time travelling
37:45 – Support the podcast
38:30 – 6. Invest in noise-cancelling headphones
42:45 – 7. Don't rely solely on guidebooks
45:55 – 8. Be sociable and friendly
48:30 – 9. Save more money than you think you'll need
51:15 – 10. Pack efficiently
54:45 – Final reflections on five years of travel
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Winging It Travel Podcast Credits
Host/Producer/Creator/Composer/Editor - James Hammond
Contact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com or james@wingingitproductions.com
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