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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 in BBC Travel, Matador Network, DAZED, and more. You can find her article here: https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20250808-why-the-best-time-to-visit-no-longer-applies 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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall

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 2026 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 [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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 media and hot-button topics. Send your questions or commentary to the show on Instagram @curioustourismpod or email [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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 allergic people. Allie Bahn is a travel writer, educator, and consultant who empowers people with severe food allergies to explore the world safely. Learn more about her and her work, here: https://missallergicreactor.com/ 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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall

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-related media and hot-button topics. Send your questions or commentary to the show on Instagram @curioustourismpod or email [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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 Delta. Guest: Joi Schweitzer is a commercial airline pilot who got her start in the industry working as a flight attendant. She is also an athlete, and known for her appearance on the reality TV show, The Mole. Resources: https://www.instagram.com/thejoischweitzer/ https://www-insider-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.insider.com/delta-developing-first-of-its-kind-seat-for-wheelchair-users-2023-6?amp  If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast! Read Erin's award-winning blog: https://pinatravels.org/ Follow us on social media @curioustourismpod Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter Pod the North, here. SUPPORT US ON PATREON for as little as $5 a month! CREDITS Written and Hosted by: Erin Hynes Producer: Kattie Laur Music from Motion Array Logo by Nicole Hall

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-puerto-rico-residency-economy-latam-intl 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 [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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 our bodies and circumstances change. Check out Cary's website and book,On Two Legs and Three Wheels, here: http://www.carylowewriter.com/ Order On Two Legs and Three Wheels, here: https://tinyurl.com/3zj4r77m 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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall

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/emmatravelsgermany 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 [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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.tribalparks.com/tribal-park-allies Julian Hockin‑Grant is the Tribal Parks Liaison and co‑creator of the program under Allied Certifications. He works directly with the Tla‑o‑qui‑aht First Nation to help businesses become certified Tribal Park Allies, guiding them through the protocol agreements and supporting Indigenous-led stewardship initiatives. 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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall

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 the latest in travel-related media and hot-button topics. Send your questions or commentary to the show on Instagram @curioustourismpod or email [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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 beyond. We dig into what that experience was like, and how their shared identity as a interracial marriage couple shaped their trip.  PLUS we chat about the ethics of sharing the perished trekkers of Mount Everest on social media, and the glorification of traveling with an irresponsibly financial budget! Guests: Katie & Bhavik. Burnt-out from their pharmacist jobs and re-assessing life after a severe honeymoon illness, Katie and Bhavik quit it all to travel the world for a year. Now, they are travel content creators and bloggers.  Links:  https://katieandbhav.com/  https://www.instagram.com/katieandbhav/  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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall

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 economy of travel content. Send your questions or commentary to the show on Instagram @curioustourismpod or email [email protected] If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast. Read Erin's award-winning blog, Pina Travels. Subscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter, Pod the North. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur

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 communities, and how travelers can think more critically about this side of the tourism industry. PLUS we chat about Erin's recent travels and award WIN at the TMAC conference in Saskatoon, SK! Guest: Christopher Ewing is an assistant professor of history at Purdue University. His first book, The Color of Desire: The Queer Politics of Race in the Federal Republic of Germany traces the trajectory queer, German racisms from 1970s sex tourism to twenty-first century fascism, and the queer of color activists who contested them. He’s currently working on a new book project about hate crime law and activism to explain how, in the 1990s, hate became an international crime. Chris has authored pieces for Time Magazine, The Conversation, and The Washington Post on queer politics, and has written extensively on the history of sex tourism in journals including Rethinking History, Central European History, and the Journal of the History of Sexuality. He received his Ph.D. in History from the Graduate Center of the City University of New York in 2018. When he’s not thinking about problems of sex and travel, Chris is pursuing his lifelong goal of rewilding the prairie, starting with his Indiana garden. Links:  https://www.christopherboalewing.com/https://www.news.vcu.edu/article/international_sex_tourism_is_a_booming_industry_its_also_been @christopherewing on bluesky 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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall

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 blogger, podcaster, and influencer whose work is focused around educating tourists about sustainable tourism.  Links:  https://thattravel.co.uk/the-sustainable-travel-podcast/ https://thattravel.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/that_travel/?hl=en-gb https://skift.com/2025/01/03/how-does-the-economy-impact-travel/  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. CREDITS Written and Hosted by Erin Hynes Produced by Kattie Laur Music is "Night Stars" by Wolf Saga/David R. Maracle/Chippewa Travellers. Additional music from Motion Array. Logo by Nicole Hall