Winging It Travel Podcast James Hammond

Hello, and welcome to number 146. This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Orest Zub in Vancouver. Orest is based in Lviv, Ukraine, and has travelled to 130 UN countries to date. We sat down for just over an hour discussing his homeland of Ukraine, how the war has changed everything for everyone, how it has changed him, the tourism industry in Ukraine, people's day-to-day lives and his role in the war.

Since the war, he has changed as a traveller and how he wants to see the world. Nowadays, Orest travels to promote Ukraine and see other parts of the world suffering from war or persecution. He actively reports on situations worldwide, like his home country, on his social media, YouTube, and blogging websites. We also discuss how he uses tennis when travelling the world and meets locals to share a passion they both love and get to know them and their country. Orest is a partner within NomadMania, and he explains his role there, how this organization can help you as a traveller, and the future path for the organization.

Thank you to Orest for visiting me in Vancouver and for coming on the show!

Enjoy. Be inspired!

Orest Zub

Website - https://ukraine-travel-secrets.com/about-me-orest-zub

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@zuborest/videos

NomadMania - https://nomadmania.com/orest-zub/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/orestzub/?hl=en

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I was recently a guest on Doreen's podcast Nomadic Diaries and had a great time; check it out!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with globetrotter James Hammond, as Doreen delves into his transformation from a classic backpacker to an advocate for slow travel and cultural immersion covering work visas and digital visas. 

 James is a podcast producer, writer and travel expert.  Doreen, the host,  admits that she was extraordinarily chatty in this episode....sorry James!
In this episode, you'll discover:
👣 James's evolution from his first hedonistic journey to embracing a purpose-driven path as a digital nomad, seeking to challenge misconceptions and truly connect with diverse cultures.
🌍 Insights into navigating the world with work permits, the digital nomad lifestyle, and how pursuing work-visa opportunities in countries like New Zealand, Canada, and Japan can shape your travel experiences.
🤝 The imperative role of cultural mentorship, empathy, and the pursuit of personal growth alongside geographic exploration.
🔑 Three Key Takeaways for Nomads and Aspiring Travelers:
1. Slow and steady wins the race - Embrace slow travel to forge more meaningful connections and immerse yourself fully in each culture.
2. Home is where the heart is - Recognize the importance of a home base and unravelling emotional baggage for a sustainable nomadic lifestyle.
3. Personal growth precedes travel triumphs - Travel is an incredible tool for expansion, but it's essential to address personal issues for transformative experiences.
Don't miss this deep dive into the nomadic lifestyle that transcends the allure of bucket-list ticks and embraces the richness of global citizenship.
Favorite Quote from this episode:

"Travel is not about merely seeing new places, but about challenging misconceptions, connecting deeply with local cultures, and realizing that empathy, understanding, and less fear can transform the way we interact with the world."  The outstanding quote of the day.




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Hello, and welcome to number 145. This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Scott Gurian, a journalist, adventure traveller, podcaster, and reporter. Scott joined me to discuss his adventures on the Mongol Rally, visiting Chornobyl, witnessing an Ayahuasca Retreat in Peru, and more. I begin the episode by asking how Scott got interested in travel and where his early journey took him. One of the stories was about Mexico but not Cancun for Spring Break. We also talk about Scott's podcast, Far From Home, which is a travel podcast that immerses the listener in the travel experience. I have a clip from Scott's Ayahuasca Retreat embedded in the episode.

Scott is a fantastic storyteller, podcaster, and journalist, and his stories are captivating. I absolutely love his podcast work, as you really feel part of the journey. Below are some of the links to get acquainted with Scott's work. This is a fantastic episode to get those travel juices flowing! 

Enjoy. Be inspired!

Scott Gurian

Website - https://scottgurian.com

Far From Home Podcast - https://farfromhomepodcast.org

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6WalvlyPNBaqhm8geyEGRf?si=a0e95f04082e4340

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/far-from-home/id1091969414

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/farfromhomepodcast

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/farfromhomepodcast

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Thanks to Laura Hammond for supporting this podcast. She does so by purchasing a monthly membership on my Patreon. You can support me, too, by checking out the details below!

Winging It Travel Podcast

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Weekly travel episodes, interviews and Vancouver.

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Winging It Travel Podcast Credits

Host/Creator/Writer/Composer/Editor - James Hammond

Producer - James Hammond

Podcast Art Design - Swamp Soup Company - Harry Utton

Contact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com

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Hello, and welcome to my next solo episode. This one is a little story about how Australia changed my life in 2010; going on to my year-long work permit in 2013/14 and my two visits since then. Australia was the gateway to me experiencing a completely new country outside of Europe and also presented an opportunity to earn some decent money to travel more of the world. I talk about this and more in this episode, and I always long to be back there every week. 

Enjoy. Be inspired!

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Winging It Travel Podcast

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Weekly travel episodes, interviews and Vancouver.

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Winging It Travel Podcast Credits

Host/Creator/Writer/Composer/Editor - James Hammond

Producer - James Hammond

Podcast Art Design - Swamp Soup Company - Harry Utton

Contact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com

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Hello, and welcome to number 144. This week, I am joined by Judith Keys from the My Best Friend In France Podcast, which focuses on English-speaking people migrating to France and offers a community and advice for this type of move. Judith is originally from Northern Ireland and moved to France ten years ago. She lives in Providence, in the south of France, and yes, I had to ask her, is it the quintessential French life that we all imagine she is living in? Tune in to find out the answer! We delve into how important learning French is to settling in as a permanent resident, how vital the French take workers' rights and lunch breaks, areas of France to visit and some top tips for getting started in France. Judith loves France and is fully fluent in French, so she has a great grasp of life there from an outside view. 

Judith's podcast below is for English speakers looking to move to France or are already there and need familiar voices to speak about their concerns, advice on how to get started and a community of like-minded people. Judith also has a subscription portion to the podcast where she co-hosts with a teacher, and they converse in French and offer games/tasks to help you improve at speaking French. Lastly, Judith has a cooking podcast, too, if you are a foodie! Let's get stuck into the episode!

Enjoy. Be inspired!

My Best Friend In France Podcast

Website - https://www.mybestfriendinfrance.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/mybestfriendinfrance

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7lUP63bK5Kxqoq7Ds5jyAA?si=3b4850d15ec14bba

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-best-friend-in-france/id1658613838

My Food In France - https://www.myfoodinfrance.com

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Thanks to Laura Hammond for supporting this podcast. She does so by purchasing a monthly membership on my Patreon. You can support me, too, by checking out the details below!

Winging It Travel Podcast

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Weekly travel episodes, interviews and Vancouver.

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Host/Creator/Writer/Composer/Editor - James Hammond

Producer - James Hammond

Podcast Art Design - Swamp Soup Company - Harry Utton

Contact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com

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Welcome to this week's solo episode. I am accumulating the best travel stories from my previous guest, Rachel Fox. Rachel has appeared on the episode five times, and I put together the funniest travel stories for you. We hear her speaking to a horse, how she took 36 hours to cross the border from Honduras, shouting Socorro at the worst possible time in Brazil, the devasting case of money she missed out on when sailing from Panama to Colombia, and so much more! Prepare yourself for some ridiculous anecdotes and some good ole laughs. Enjoy!

Cheers, Hammo.

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Thanks to Laura Hammond for supporting this podcast. She does so by purchasing a monthly membership on my Patreon. You can support me, too, by checking out the details below!

Winging It Travel Podcast

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Weekly travel episodes, interviews and Vancouver.

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Winging It Travel Podcast Credits

Host/Creator/Writer/Composer/Editor - James Hammond

Producer - James Hammond

Podcast Art Design - Swamp Soup Company - Harry Utton

Contact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com

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