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Winging It Travel PodcastAuthor: Voyascape Media
The Winging It Travel Podcast is your weekly ticket to the worlddropping every Monday and hosted by me, James Hammond, proudly part of the Voyascape Network. This is more than just a travel podcastit's a cinematic audio experience that takes you deep into the heart of each journey. Through rich immersive soundscapes, on-the-ground reactions, and authentic storytelling, I bring you right alongside mewhether Im hiking up volcanoes in Guatemala, navigating the chaos of a city market in India, or camping under the stars in British Columbia. With over fifteen years of travel behind me, I've met incredible people, seen breathtaking places, and collected unforgettable storiesand now I get to share them with you. Expect a mix of: Immersive-Audio episodes that let you hear the world as I experience it Raw, reflective solo episodes filled with insights, tips, and honest travel tales Guest conversations with some of the most diverse and well-travelled people I've encountered on the road Every episode blends anecdotes, practical advice, cultural insight, and moments of pure adventure. This podcast is for travellers, dreamers, backpackers, and anyone whos ever thought, what if I just went for it? So, if you're looking for stories to tell, tips to share, and experiences to inspire, you're in the right place. Theres so much travel content coming your way, it just might spark that trip youve been dreaming about for years. Welcome to a world of travel! Thank you for listening in. Please get in touch with us below. Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com Finally, please rate the podcast five stars on your podcast app and give a positive written review. This helps the podcast grow, for free. Website - https://www.wingingittravelpodcast.com Buy Winging It a coffee - buymeacoffee.com/wingingit Voyascape - https://voyascape.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/jameshammondtravel Email - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com Roaming with Hammo YouTube channel - https: Language: en Genres: Personal Journals, Places & Travel, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan: My Bhutan Travel Guide: Days 8-11, Travelling Solo, Flight to Bangkok With The Royal Family, Costs & Final Thoughts
Sunday, 8 March, 2026
Bhutan Travel Guide: Days 8-11, Travelling Solo, Flight To Bangkok With The Royal Family, Costs & Final ThoughtsIn this penultimate episode of my Bhutan Series on Winging It, I wrap up my 11-day trip to Bhutan and share my final experiences exploring Thimphu and Paro, plus my biggest takeaways from travelling through one of the most fascinating countries in the world.After originally planning a trek in the Haa Valley, I changed my itinerary and spent my final days wandering Bhutan’s capital Thimphu, experiencing Bhutan’s National Day celebrations, visiting local cafés, exploring markets, and eventually heading to Paro for my final night before flying back to Bangkok. I also give an idea of what budget day-to-day life is like when travelling solo in Bhutan. Along the way I stayed in luxury glamping tents in hills of Paro, met incredible locals, and had an unexpected moment on my flight to Bangkok when I discovered the King and Queen of Bhutan were on the same plane. I managed to speak to one of their closest advisors during the flight, which was a very interesting chat indeed!To wrap up the series, I also share my favourite experiences in Bhutan, practical Bhutan travel tips, what it actually costs to visit Bhutan, and advice for anyone planning their own trip to the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon.If you're wondering how to visit Bhutan, what an itinerary looks like, or whether Bhutan is worth visiting, this episode brings together everything I learned from my time there.Check out my previous Bhutan episodesEpisode 1 Interview with Ugyen Rinzin - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000743770563Episode 2 - IMMERSIVE Hiking to Tiger's Nest Monastery - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000744754502Episode 3 - Days 1-3 solo episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000745691316Episode 4 - Interview with a female monk - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000747763604Episode 5 - IMMERSIVE Day in Bhutan - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000748856300Episode 6 - Ama Om Homestay Interview - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000750963609Episode 7 - Days 4-7 solo episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000752831510🎧 If Bhutan has ever been on your travel radar, this series will show you why it deserves to be.This entire journey through Bhutan was made possible by Breathe Bhutan, who created an incredible, deeply immersive itinerary that allowed me to experience the country far beyond the surface. From meeting local families to having honest conversations like this one, their focus on authentic, responsible, and meaningful travel is something I’ll be showcasing throughout this series.Thanks & CreditsHuge thanks to Breathe Bhutan for creating an authentic, culture-focused itinerary and making experiences like this possible. Also, thanks to Tourism Bhutan for hosting me on this trip and making this series possible.Breathe BhutanWebsite to book tours - https://www.breathebhutan.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/breathebhutan/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/breathebhutan/Support the PodcastIf you enjoyed this episode:⭐ Leave a 5-star rating or review on your podcast app☕ Support the show at buymeacoffee.com/wingingit🌍 Explore more episodes at wingingittravelpodcast.com⏱️ Timestamps00:00 Intro to the Bhutan trip recap (Days 8–11)01:45 Why I cancelled the Haa Valley trek03:45 Returning to Thimphu and saying goodbye to my guides06:00 Exploring Thimphu solo for the first time07:30 Coffee at Ambient Café08:45 Bhutan National Day celebrations at the National Stadium10:00 Centenary Farmers Market and meeting locals at Hope Café11:30 Discovering Bhutan’s only coffee roastery12:45 Traveling from Thimphu to Paro13:30 Staying at Ten Zingaling luxury glamping tents14:35 Sunrise breakfast in the Himalayas16:00 Exploring Paro and souvenir shopping17:30 Dinner with locals at Himalayan Kitchen19:00 Final morning in Paro19:20 The surprise: flying with the King and Queen of Bhutan22:20 My top experiences in Bhutan23:30 Bhutan food, coffee and culture24:15 Why Breathe Bhutan made the trip special25:30 The cost of traveling to Bhutan explained27:30 Flights to Bhutan and practical travel tips28:30 Best coffee, souvenirs and cultural spots in Bhutan29:30 When to visit Bhutan and weather tips30:00 Final reflections on my Bhutan trip--------------------------------------------------------------Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.comVoyascape: Travel Podcast Network - https://voyascape.com/Winging It Travel Podcast - WebsitePlease leave a review and a 5-star rating wherever you get your podcasts!--------------------------------------------------------------Winging It Travel Podcast CreditsHost/Producer/Creator/Composer/Editor - James HammondContact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com or james@wingingitproductions.comSocial Media - follow me on:InstagramTikTok Facebook--------------------------------------------------------------Support My Podcast - MembershipsPatreon - HereBuy Me A Coffee - HereAffiliate Links If you click one of the below to book something, I get a tiny commission, which helps the podcast.Book Flights with Skyscanner - HereUse Revolut Travel Card - HereBook Your E-Sim With GigSky - Here Book Hostels With Hostelworld -
