Put the Guidebook Down

“Live like a local.” Cute phrase, right? But let’s be honest... half the time it’s just marketing copy slapped onto a cooking class or tour that’s been run the same way a thousand times before. In this episode of Put the Guidebook Down , I’m breaking down the difference between authentic cultural travel and the cookie-cutter experiences big platforms love to sell you. Spoiler: not every pierogi or...

Travel isn’t about getting it right every time. It’s about the awkward moments, the wrong turns, and the times you completely butcher a phrase in another language and hope no one noticed. That’s where the growth happens. In this episode of Put the Guidebook Down , we’re keeping it real. We talk about being human, messing up, learning, and why those moments are what make travel unforgettable. Plus,...

Key Questions We Tackle What does being a “tourist” vs. “traveler” actually mean? Can you be both at the same time? How can language, food, and local connections change the way you experience a destination? Is it even possible to avoid tourist behavior in places like Paris or Bali? What small choices make the biggest difference in cultural immersion? This is a public episode. If you would like to...

Privilege, race, and nationality baked into travel language Stories of people living abroad—and what they call themselves How to talk about your own experience without falling into the “expat” trap Mentioned in this episode: – Articles challenging the word expat and its colonial undertones– Examples from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia– Kultura Travel’s take on language as culture If this episod...

I’m tired of waiting in crowds, having the same travel photos and experiences as everyone else, and of being basic. Kultura Travel is changing the travel game with the first immersive cultural travel app. What better way to get the word out about this up-and-coming form of travel than a podcast? Presenting Kultura Travel’s official podcast: Put the Guidebook Down . In this short intro, discover th...