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From Norwich to Vancouver: A Sheltered Upbringing, Having A Travel Purpose & A Need To Learn More
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- Winging It Travel Podcast
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- Apr 13, 2026
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Summary
In this deeply personal solo episode, I take you through my full travel journey—from growing up in Norwich with no real concept of travel, to building a life around it in Vancouver and around the world. This isn’t just a story about where I’ve been—it’s about how my mindset around travel has completely evolved over time . From partying through Southeast Asia in my early 20s, to seeking culture, connection, and purpose in my 30s… this episode breaks down the different phases of travel, what changed, and why I now see travel as a long-term lifestyle rather than a short-term escape. I also share honest reflections on burnout, money, building a travel-focused career, and what the future of travel looks like for me. If you’ve ever wondered how travel fits into your life long-term—or how your relationship with it might change over time—this one’s for you. To finish, I want to share with you, the audience, an episode where you get to know me more. I have been doing this for five years, and I believe sharing more personal details will help build a tighter Winging It community. I hope you enjoy the episode and that it inspires you to travel for the first time or to dream about making it a lifestyle. Drop me a comment on your thoughts, too. Support the Podcast If 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 ✈️ Check out more great travel podcasts at https://voyascape.com ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Why I’m sharing this story 02:00 Growing up in Norwich & early curiosity about the world 05:30 School trips & no real travel mindset yet 08:00 Moving to London & first exposure to diversity 09:30 Australia 2010 – the trip that changed everything…