Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast
What does it take to make travel better for people and the planet? Join travel writer Erin Hynes and podcast producer Kattie Laur as they explore what truly makes travel and tourism responsible. They talk with guests about sustainable travel practices and how to minimize negative impacts while maximizing positive ones. The podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network.
Episodes
Is Sharing "Just Enough" Actually Gatekeeping? | POSTCARD #14
Erin and Kattie unpack the nuances of geotagging and gatekeeping. When does it make sense not to geotag a location, or should you just not post at all?POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-related media and hot-button topics.Send your questions or commentary to the show on Instagram @curioustourismpod
What Newfoundland's Icebergs Tell Us About Climate Change
Every year, thousands of people travel to Newfoundland and Labrador hoping to see icebergs in the province's famous "Iceberg Alley." But what happens if those icebergs become less predictable?In this episode, I'm joined by local guide Duane Collins (Hare Bay Adventures), who has watched Iceberg Alley change over the course of his life and career.We discuss how climate change is changing iceberg se
A Trip to Historic Newfoundland and Labrador | POSTCARD #13
Erin and Kattie recap Erin's recent trip to Newfoundland and Labrador, and talk local delicacies, checking out the Miawpukek First Nation Annual Powwow, and what it's like to visit one of Canada's most historic places.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-related media and hot-button topics.Send your
How Does the White Gaze Show Up in Travel?
From transit to food and customs, what is it that makes so many travelers question the way things are done in the places they visit?We're talking about a concept that might explain these moments: the white gaze. What is it? How does it show up in tourism and travel media, and how does it impact the communities we visit?Emma (@ThatTravel) and Audrey (@BonsVoyagesEtc) join the show to discuss.Links:
Dispatches From a Honeymoon to Japan | POSTCARD #12
Erin and Kattie recap a milestone trip to Japan, from Kattie's food obsession and the days where everything goes right, to confronting our own romanticization of the places we visit.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-related media and hot-button topics.Send your questions or commentary to the show
The Problem With the “Vacation Wardrobe”
Before any trip, most of us will ask ourselves the same question: what am I going to pack? Advertising, social media, and travel content all push the idea travel is another reason to buy more.Lily Fang joins the show to unpack the intersection of tourism and fashion, and how can we approach consumption more thoughtfully when we travel.Lily Fang is the creator of Imperfect Idealist, a blog focused
Do You Have Travel Dysmorphia? | POSTCARD #11
Erin and Kattie unpack travel dysmorphia: the feeling that you haven't traveled enough, especially compared to others.Travel Dysmorphia Is a Real Thing—Do You Have It?This Is the Perfect Vacation for You, Based on Your Zodiac SignPOSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-related media and hot-button topic
The Dark Side of Orphanage Tourism
At first glance Orphanage Tourism sounds really positive. Helping while you travel feels meaningful. But over the years, researchers and child protection advocates have raised serious concerns about some forms of voluntourism, especially those involving children. Dayvee Sutton, the author of a recent article on this topic, “Stop Visiting Orphanages: The Feel-Good Travel Trend That’s Hurting Kids,”
The Crackdown on Visa Runs | POSTCARD #10
Erin and Kattie discuss what visa runs are, and why Thailand is cracking down on this travel "hack" to extend visa eligibility.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-related media and hot-button topics.Send your questions or commentary to the show on Instagram @curioustourismpod or email erin@pinatrave
Why Travel Is Political
The island of Socotra has recently become popularized online. But in January 2026, geopolitics broke this illusion of this island being a detached, apolitical escape. Foreign tourists found themselves stranded there. Flights were canceled, and there was no clear timeline for when they would be able to leave, all due to rising tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, tied to Yemen’s ongoing confl
Why Trophy Hunting Tourism Is Alive And Well | POSTCARD #9
Erin and Kattie unpack the troubling nuances of trophy hunting tourism, sharing an unaired clip from their interview with Janna Giacoppo about just how much more fruitful safari photo tourism in comparison. They also take the discussion home, looking at trophy hunting and Canada's vulnerable polar bears.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch ca
Protecting the Great Migration: Inside the Maasai Mara Hotel Lawsuit
In early 2025, a new luxury hotel development from Marriot was announced. The Ritz-Carlton Maasai Mara Safari Camp promises visitors “front row seats” to the Great Migration. But soon after the hotel was announced, community members and wildlife experts spoke out, saying that the lodge was approved in a place it never should have been. Janna Giacoppo joins the show to discuss. She is a photograph
What's Going Down At The 2026 Winter Olympics | POSTCARD #8
Erin and Kattie unpack the ongoing Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and why the Mayor of Milan is saying they're set to be most sustainable Olympic Games yet. They look what what we can expect this year, the addition of a fun new decipline, and what Italy has to learn from the Games of the past.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid
It’s Time to Rethink “The Best Time to Visit”
Climate change is having an impact on how predictable seasons are, affecting ecosystems and as well as the daily life and livelihoods of people and communities around the world. And it’s having a trickle-down effect on how we plan our trips. We chat with Tarang Mohnot about why the 'best time to visit' no longer applies.Tarang Mohnot is a freelance writer and journalist. Her work has appeared
Must-Know Travel Predictions for 2026 | POSTCARD #7
Erin and Kattie dig into interesting travel predictions for 2026, from noctourism and hushpitality to cold-weather travel and literary tourism.National Geographic | How travel will look in 2026—here's what you need to knowBBC | Seven travel trends that will define 2026POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in tr
How "The Holiday" Impacted Travel | POSTCARD #6
HomeExchange got a lot of love after the release 2006's Christmas RomCom, "The Holiday". Now, there's a new rise in house swapping! Erin and Kattie discuss why and then Erin shares some interesting and wildly cute Christmas traditions from around the world.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-related
Allergic and Abroad: How Food Allergies Shape Travel
What is it like to travel with severe food allergies? Erin and Kattie chat with food allergy consultant Allie Bahn about what it takes to travel confidently with severe allergies. We discuss how allergic travelers experience travel slightly differently, the misconceptions that still exist about food allergies, and how the tourism industry can make small changes that make travel more inclusive for
What Happens When AI Plans Your Trip? | POSTCARD #5
AI is becoming increasingly embedded into the travel planning experience. While AI might seem like a great hack for creating a travel itinerary, it does come with problems. We unpack these issues, from hallucinated locations to incorrect logistical information.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in travel-re
Unpacking Representation of Women in Aviation | REPLAY
Joi Schweitzer joins the podcast to unpack the ins and outs of what it takes to become a pilot as a black woman and the state of represention in the skys. She also shares where her love of flying came from and what's ahead for the next generate of pilots. PLUS, Erin and Kattie discuss the latest news about Air 4 All's wheelchair accessible airplane seats being developed in partnership with De
Bad Bunny and Bad Fireworks Displays | POSTCARD #4
Erin and Kattie discuss the recent fireworks display in the Himalayan region of Tibet, which drew backlash and an apology from outdoor brand Arc'teryx. They also discuss Bad Bunny's decision to not tour the US and the economic and tourism impact of the 30-show residency on his home island of Puerto Rico.https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1eddw19042ohttps://www.cnn.com/2025/09/13/americas/bad-bunny
Navigating Travel With Age and Disability
Erin chats with Cary Lowe and his wife Trish Butler. Trish lives with multiple sclerosis and uses a mobility scooter, and she and Cary have continued to travel well into their seventies, traveling to nearly half the US states and another twenty countries.We talk about the realities of disabled and elderly travel, what it takes to plan accessible trips, and how travel can remain rewarding even as o
Emma, the AI Travel Influencer | POSTCARD #3
Erin and Kattie discuss Germany Tourism's latest AI Travel Influencer, Emma and the nuances around authentic travel content. They also review the chaotic and hilarious posts coming from TSA on Threads that have the internet cracking up..instagram.com/emmatravelsgermanyPOSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on the latest in tr
Rethinking Tourism in Tofino with the Tribal Park Allies Program
Erin chats with Julian Hockin‑Grant about the Tribal Park Allies program, an initiative created by the Claoquiat First Nation on Vancouver Island. The program invites local businesses, from coffee shops to surf resorts, to become Indigenous Allies by contributing an ecosystem service fee and committing to reciprocal, respectful tourism.Learn more about the Tribal Parks Allies program: https://www.
Should The "World Wonders" List Exist? | POSTCARD #2
Erin and Kattie discuss what constitutes a "New World Wonder," and why Egypt refused to participate in the contest to decide what would appear on this list. We also dive into the sticky world of travel scams, and react to a hilarious before/after backpacking trend blowing up on TikTok.POSTCARD episodes come out mid-month, between each regular episode of Curious Tourism. Catch candid discussions on
What It’s Like to Travel the World as an Interracial Couple
Travel media still often presents a narrow version of what travel looks like, and interracial couples are rarely a part of that picture. For these couples traveling together across cultures and borders can bring unique challenges, but also, really special and meaningful moments. Katie and Bhavik join the show having just returned to Canada after spending 14 months traveling through Asia and b
The Hike That Shouldn't Happen | POSTCARD #1
Erin and Kattie are hitting the feed with a new monthly series of "POSTCARDS"! In between each regular episode, catch discussions on the latest in travel-related media and one hot topic that's fresh on Erin's mind. In this POSTCARD:A first-time-traveler heads to Fiji to star reality TV.The extreme day trip content flooding social media.The illegal stairway to heaven hike makes us question the econ
Let's Talk About Sex Tourism
Sex tourism has existed for hundreds of years. And with the rise of globalization, it’s become a booming industry that exists in most corners of the earth. Sex work and sex tourism is complex. This kind of work intersects with history, power, race, economics, and global inequality. Dr. Christopher Ewing joins the show to unpacking the history, misconceptions, impacts of sex tourism on local c
Responsible Travel - In This Economy!?
Over the last few years, we’ve all noticed and felt the impact of growing inflation. During economic downturns, the tourism industry typically takes a hit. People are either nervous to spend money, or just don’t have the disposable income to put towards travel.In moments like these, budget travel is on everyone’s mind. But can we actually do that responsibly?Guest: Emma Cartwright is a travel blog
Are Travel Influencer Media Trips Responsible?
You probably follow a few travel content creators on social media, and every once in a while, you’ll likely notice that they share content from a trip that is a collaboration with a tourism board. These trips, which are typically called media trips, or press trips, are a common way for travel creators to make an income, and a tool to give creators and tourism boards a chance to share insights
The White Lotus Recap | S3 Finale: Amor Fati
Erin and Kattie recap the season 3 FINALE of HBO'sThe White Lotus, unpacking each characters wild trajectory and crowing the Most Conciencious and Cringiest Travelers of the seaon!Tell us what you thought of our recaps on Instagram!Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpodReach us by email: erin@pinatravels.orgCurious Tourism is part of the Voyascape Travel Network & you can find more travel
The White Lotus Recap | S3E7: Killer Instincts
Erin and Kattie recap S3E7 of HBO'sThe White Lotus, unpacking Gary and Chloe's proposition to Saxon, Gaitok's determination to avoid conflict (even though he's caught the bad guys), the deterioration of the gal pals, and much more!Find the last recap of the season out next Thursday!Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpodReach us by email: erin@pinatravels.orgCurious Tourism is part of the Voyas
The White Lotus Recap | S3E6: Denials
Erin and Kattie recap S3E6 of HBO'sThe White Lotus, unpacking Saxon and Lochlans morning-after hanxiety, Gary's motives, Timothy's decent into darkness and... light? and much more!Find a new recap out every Thursday morning (usually) until the end of the season.Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpodReach us by email: erin@pinatravels.orgCurious Tourism is part of the Voyascape Travel Network &
Why is Last-Chance Tourism on the Rise?
Over the last few decades, tourists have been going out of their way to see places before they disappear, from Antartica to Australia. This has been deemed "Last-chance tourism". We're diving into the phenomenon of last-chance tourism; how it started, why it's so appealing, and the ethical questions it raises.Paige McClanahan joins us on the show to discuss.Paige McClanahan is an American journali
The White Lotus Recap | S3E5: Full-Moon Party
Erin and Kattie recap S3E5 of HBO'sThe White Lotus, unpacking Belinda’s "Thriller-Romance-Novel Era", the reckoning of Piper’s lies and ambitions, Timothy’s descent into darkness, the Gal Pals rowdy evening, good old fashioned brotherly love, THAT monologue, and much more!Find a new recap out every Thursday morning (usually) until the end of the season.Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpodRea
The White Lotus Recap | S3E4: Hide or Seek
Curious Tourism recaps S3E4 ofThe White Lotus! Find a new recap out every Thursday morning until the end of the season.Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpodReach us by email: erin@pinatravels.orgCurious Tourism is part of the Voyascape Travel Network & you can find more travel podcasts from around the world at https://voyascape.com/
The White Lotus Recap | S3E3: The Meaning of Dreams
Curious Tourism is recaps S3E3 ofThe White Lotus! Erin and Kattie share their theories and internet deep cuts about the tsunami is that is about to come, and present the coveted “Conscientious Traveler Award” to a White Lotus character. Find a new recap out every Thursday morning until the end of the season!Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpodReach us by email: erin@pinatravels.orgCurio
The White Lotus Recap | S3E2: Special Treatments
Curious Tourism is recaps S3E2 ofThe White Lotus! Erin and Kattie share their theories on the monkeys, Belinda seeing Greg (aka Gary) again, and more, and of course share the top cringe travel moment (who are we kidding, everything Saxon does is cringe) and present the coveted “Conscientious Traveler Award”. Find a new recap out every Thursday morning until the end of the season!Follow us on
The Future of Indigenous Tourism
When you think of traveling to Canada, what do you think of? Maybe beautiful nature, ice hockey, or maple syrup. But these aspects are just a very small piece of Canada’s cultural identity, and tourism identity. Canada has a long, rich, and diverse history that was shaped by the people who were here first: Canada’s First Nations. Juanita Marois of Métis Crossing joins the show to discuss.Gues
The White Lotus Recap | S3E1: Same Spirits, New Forms
Curious Tourism is recapping the third season of HBO's The White Lotus! In every recap, Erin and Kattie unpack their feelings about the show through a responsible travel lens, unpack the top cringe travel moment from the episode, and present the coveted “Conscientious Traveler Award” to one of more of the show's characters. Find a new recap out every Thursday morning until the end of the seas
Traveling Mindfully: How to Decenter Yourself in 2025
Join Erin Hynes and Amanda Kendle as they explore mindful travel, cultural awareness, social media impact, and tips for responsible tourism in 2025.Please note: Midway through this episode we mention that a woman was killed by an elephant in Spain. This was a mix-up in reference to the recent news that Blanca Ojanguren Garcia, a 22-year old woman from Spain, was killed by an elephant while in Thai
What is Social Washing in Tourism?
Responsible, sustainable tourism has been gaining more and more attention, but now there’s the risk of "social washing". Lily Girma joins the show to discuss what social washing is, how it applies to the tourism industry, and how to avoid it. Guest: Lebawit (Lily) Girma is the founder of Tourism Lens. She is currently a full-time travel news reporter at Bloomberg Pursuits— the life
“But Is It Safe To Travel There?”
“Is it safe to travel there” is a commonly asked question to most travel bloggers and creators. It’s also one of the most difficult to answer. We’re unpacking the complexities of safety while traveling.Guest: Sojourner White is a blogger, travel and education writer, and social worker who encourages others to make travel part of their life. She is also known as the ultimate train travel QUEEN!Link
How Food Transforms Our Travel Experiences
Food is more than just a means of sustenance – it’s an essential part of every culture. This makes food a big part of the travel experience. Through food, we’re invited to learn about and experience local culture, heritage, and tradition. We're chatting with Katie Johnson, host of the Tasty Trails Travel Podcast, about how food impacts and shapes our experience of a place. We unpack the ways
Does Travel Really Change You?
According to science, travel can change us. Erin chats with JoAnna Haugen about the ways that travel can change us. They unpack how turning to travel as a means for personal development is a privilege, and how we can make meaningful change both at home and abroad. In this episode:Erin and Kattie share updates. Erin and JoAnna each share and discuss a recent piece of travel news. Er
BONUS: Dispatches from Erin's 150 Day World Trip!
After two months abroad, Erin and Kattie finally reunite over a stable internet connection and talk about Erin's 150 day trip so far! They discuss the highlights from Tanzania and Sri Lanka - like what happened to Erin's Teva's on Safari and the memorable hike up Sri Pada at the crack of dawn - and how Erin's body has been hanging in there...Up next... NEPAL!If you're a fan of the show, don't forg
BONUS: Erin's Big 2024 Plans
Erin and Kattie sit down together to chat about Erin's big news, big year, and big travel plans for 2024! Happy Holidays!If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast!Follow us on social media @curioustourismpod.Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels.Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North.CREDITSWritte
Should We Gatekeep the Outdoors?
Spending time outdoors is a big part of travel and tourism. But the outdoors are vulnerable, and it’s important that we all know how to enjoy them responsibly.Erin chats with Taryn Eyton, a Leave No Trace Master Educator and a former member of the board of directors of Leave No Trace Canada, about what it actually means to "leave no trace". They also unpack gatekeeping the outdoors. Is it good to
How To Visit Museums Responsibly
Museums are important spaces where the stories of people, culture, history, and our planet, are both preserved and shared. When you’re traveling, they can give you important context about the region you're visiting. We’re digging into museums with María Elena Ortiz, Curator at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. We chat about the history of museums, and we unpack the colonial undertones that
Is Tourism Gentrifying Mexico?
In Oaxaca, Mexico, there’s a growing trend of Canadian snowbirds buying up beachfront land, being promised that these properties will be the perfect vacation home. The problem is, the land that is being developed is not up for grabs. It’s communally owned by Indigenous and rural residents. Erin chats with Dawn Marie Paley, a journalist and author based in Mexico who covered this phenome
How to Responsibly Share Your Travels
We all have a responsibility to share our travels mindfully. This is because what we post on social media, write, or say about the places we visit, has the power to shape perceptions, maintain unfair stereotypes, and perpetuate colonial views. Erin chats with Vincie Ho, a linguist, educator, social justice advocate, and the founder of RISE Travel Institute. The RISE Institute is a 501(c)3 non
Is It Responsible to Visit Zoos?
Is it responsible to visit zoos? Some argue that animals in zoos suffer physically and mentally by being enclosed. But zoos can also be really important for conservation, and make learning about wildlife more widely accessible. To learn more about the industry of zoos, aquariums, and roadside animal attractions, we're chatting with Stacia Lock. She explains the ethics behind zoos, and what it’ll t
Is It Time For The Last Tourist?
In 2021, a documentary came out that addresses the inconvenient truths of the tourism industry. The Last Tourist explores the benefits, and the harms of tourism, as well as the myriad of social issues that factor into the current tourism landscape. Ultimately, the film argues that tourism has reached a tipping point. Today on Curious Tourism, the responsible travel podcast, we’re chatting wit
Unpacking Representation of Women in Aviation
Thinking back to the flights you've taken in the last few years, how many times have you noticed a woman-identifying pilot boarding the plane, or making those in-flight announcements?According to 2020 data from the FAA's Aeronautical Center, about 7% of commercial airline pilots that year were women, and it’s been reported that less than 1% of pilots in the US are Black women.Joi Schweitzer is par
Romanticizing Rural and "Remote" Places
If you take a quick browse through travel media, you'll notice a lot of cliches like, "wild", "untouched", and "remote".These descriptions are commonly applied to places that are considered rural, and they might seem harmless. But often, these descriptions can play into misconceptions about places and usually lack the context behind why the places we visit are the way they are.PLUS, Erin and Katti
How to Travel Halal
What is halal travel, and how inclusive is the tourism industry really when it comes to Muslim travelers? Erin is joined by Soumaya T. Hamdi to chat about how the Muslim travel market is growing, the barriers are Muslim travelers facing when they travel, and how can the tourism industry address these barriers and create a welcoming, inclusive space.PLUS, Kattie and Erin share their thoughts on an
Can Responsible Tourism Be a Social Movement?
What is responsible tourism, really? We’ve been exploring this question for years, looking for tangible ways that we can be more responsible travelers. Today, we're moving away from the small individual things travelers can do, and talking about how collective action is an important piece of responsible tourism.PLUS, Erin and Kattie finally get to talk about HBO's White Lotus, and chat about how t
S6: It’s Time for Systemic Change in the Travel Industry
What is responsible travel? We’ve been unpacking this question for years, looking for tangible ways that we can be more responsible travelers. Sure, we can cut down on how much we fly, and book small, independently owned hotels… but these are all individual actions.
Is it really fair to put the pressure on individual travelers to be responsible, when at the root, the real challenges in responsi
How Do You Balance Travel and Life?
Finding the right balance between travel and life can be hard. Especially as we get older there is more and more pressure to follow the traditional life path, which – let's be honest – doesn’t include tons of world travel. Amanda Kendle joins us to have an honest discussion about how we’ve made travel fit into our lives, while balancing work, finances, and other commitments.GUEST:Amanda Kendl
Where is Indigeneity in Canada's Tourism Identity?
Global travelers still don't think much about Indigenous tourism when they think about travel to Canada. Post cards show Royal Canadian Mounted Police and maple syrup. But Canada has a long, rich, and diverse history that was shaped by the people who were here first: Canada’s First Nations.We're talking to Keith Henry, President and CEO of the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) to fin
S5: For the Love of Travel: A Year End Review!
At the end of every year Lonely Planet releases their list of top places to visit for the following year. Erin and Kattie chat about the 2023 Lonely Planet places that caught their eye and what's missing from the list. They also look back that at their long-awaited travels in 2022 - from Iceland to Belize and Madeira Island - and discuss what's ahead for the podcast!
If you're a fan of the show,
What Does Mount Everest Mean to Nepal?
You cannot travel through Nepal without thinking about the world’s tallest mountain. So what does Mount Everest mean to Nepalese people, and how is it shaping Nepal’s culture, economy, and tourism? And what is it like to climb Mount Everest in the first place?We’re chatting with Philip Henderson, a member of the first all Black team of climbers to have summited Mount Everest, and Amrit Ale a
S5 Ep87: Why Can’t Wheelchairs Roll Onto Airplanes?
Wheelchair users around the globe are having some of the worst travel experiences imaginable, because aircrafts do not allow wheelchairs to roll right on. Most mobility devices have to be stowed in the cargo hold along with luggage.
But mobility devices aren’t just luggage. This system is resulting in thousands of dollars worth of damage to wheelchairs, and scary, uncomfortable experiences for tr
S5 Ep86: Why It’s So Hard to Travel Canada
Traveling within Canada is incredibly difficult. The quick options are expensive and the cheap options take FOREVER!
The transport landscape in Canada is extremely limited, which means that if you don’t have a car, there are barriers to get around. This is a problem not just for people in Canada, but for people who would like to visit and spend tourism dollars here.
Paris Marx joins us to help
S5 Ep85: What Does it Mean to Travel “Home?”
For immigrants and the generations that follow them, traveling back to a “home” country can be a complicated experience. For some, visiting a place that their parents, grandparents, or generations even further back left by choice, or fled, can bring happiness and learning. But for others, it might bring conflicted feelings.
Leah from the Ticket 2 Anywhere podcast joins Erin to talk about her expe
S5 Ep84: How to Avoid Overtourism
In the last few decades travel has become increasingly accessible, resulting in a tourism boom around the world. But while there are many benefits to the growth in tourism, there's a downside too: Overtourism.
Today, we’re diving into the reality of overtourism. Erin and travel journalist Paige McClanahan discuss what overtourism is, what causes it, how travelers can avoid contributing to overto
S5 Ep83: Can Travel Heal Depression?
Going on vacation doesn't mean your depression is on vacation, too. Even when you're out traveling the world, it's important to take care of your mental health.
Erin is joined by Tammy Tran to explore mental health and travel. They chat about what it feels like to be depressed while traveling, how to take care of your mental health while traveling, and how social media contributes to our travel
S5 Ep82: The Truth About Digital Nomad Life
Digital nomads are on the rise, as more and more people embrace working remotely as a way to make seeing the world more accessible.
According to data from MBO Partners, in 2019 there were 7.3 million Americans who identified as digital nomads. But in 2021, the number of American digital nomads surged up to 15.5 million.
We're talking about all things digital nomadism with travel couple and wri
S5 Ep81: Is the Era of Space Tourism Here?
In 2021, the internet reacted as the world’s wealthiest men blew millions of dollars to spend just a few minutes traveling to the edge of space. Right now, space tourism is for the rich and famous, but in the coming years, it may become more accessible to regular travelers.
We chat with space tourism journalist Valerie Stimac about what it's like to travel to space, the future of the space tour
Pullback Podcast x Curious Tourism - Responsible Travel
Kristen and Kyla are joined by Erin Hynes and Kattie Laur to discuss how we can travel more responsibly. Topics: choosing a place to travel to; carbon offsets and flying; how to find vendors, tour guides, and places to stay; choosing souvenirs; general intentionality.
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Let's Unpack Responsible Travel in S05!
In S05 we are unpacking some of the major factors that have been changing travel over the last few years. We’ll explore the impact of space tourism, the rise of digital nomadism, overtourism, sustainable travel, mental health struggles abroad, and more.
If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast!
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S4: The Down Low on Travel Insurance
With summer ramping up in the northern hemisphere, lots of us are planning to travel. What's something you should pack for your next trip? Travel insurance! In this summer bonus episode, we're covering what travel insurance is, whether you need travel insurance, and what type of travel insurance to buy for your trip.
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Erin is joined by Christina Tunnah, who's been in the travel industry
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Are Tour Groups a Responsible Way to Travel? [REBROADCAST]
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Disability and Travel: Airlines, get your sh*t together. [REBROADCAST]
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Lets Unpack Colonialism & Travel [REBROADCAST]
NOTE: We're on a break right now to work on putting together the next season of the show. In the meantime, we’re rebroadcasting some of our favourite episodes every few weeks - episodes are that a MUST LISTEN!
This week we're revisiting our chat with Sojourner White. Erin picked this episode because Sojourner is so talented at helping regular folks like us understand complex topics. Topics like
S4 Ep80: Vaccine Equity & Travel in 2022
We are two years into this global pandemic that has changed whether and how we travel. With some countries now loosening travel restrictions, we’re in a bit of a confusing time. It’s becoming possible to travel again, but it isn’t becoming less complicated. We unpack the current state of the pandemic and what it means for travel in 2022 with Emily Scott from @TwoDustyTravelers.
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S4 Ep79: Why Climate Change is Changing Tourism
In 2021, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released a report that outlined how climate change is now widespread, rapid, and intensifying. So at this point, is travel is an unnecessary privilege that is worsening our climate situation?
Or, is there a way to strike a balance between travel and sustainability?
Erin is joined by Dr. Daniel Scott to unpack these difficult questions.
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S4 Ep78: Back in Time to the Hippie Trail
In the 1960s and 1970s young people from the UK, Europe, America and elsewhere, hopped on bus services or into their own converted vehicles, to travel from Europe to South Asia. This epic overland trip often lasted from several weeks to several months long. Along the overland route, travelers would gather in popular spots like Istanbul, Kathmandu, and Goa. In those days, the route was known as the
S4 Ep77: Why a Passport is a Privilege
A passport isn’t just a symbol of your national identity. For some around the world, it represents oppression, and for others, it’s a symbol of privilege.
We're joined by Kay Kingsman from The Awkward Traveller to unpack passport privilege. We discuss the history of passports, and why when you look below the surface, passports have a problematic role in controlling who has the ability and ease o
S4: BONUS: Farewell to 2021, Pals!
Erin and Kattie share their takeaways from the last year, and take some time to appreciate the Pals that made a huge impact on them throughout 2021.
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S4 Ep76: When Travel Goes Wrong
When you look on social media there’s tons of content that shows you glamorous, relaxing, and flawless travel. But as we all know, social media is a highlight reel. The reality? Travel sometimes goes a little wrong. From missed flights to bouts of food poisoning, most of us are guaranteed to face some trials and tribulations on our travels.
Erin chats with friends Zac and Lauren all about the tr
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