In conversation with tourists

"In Conversation with Tourists" is a series of interviews designed to explore travelers' stories and encourage reflection on the meaning of journeys. Through honest, heartfelt conversations, we aim to understand our shared desire for exploration, adventure, authentic experiences, self-discovery, cultural understanding or meaningful connections. We advocate for slow tourism—encouraging pauses, observation and thoughtful reflection. At the same time, we invite local tourism industry experts, creatives and sometimes residents to share their insights, with the hope of fostering a more human and relatable understanding of Edinburgh’s rich history, vibrant present, and authentic character.

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Latest episodes

04 February 2026

❤️ There’s something magical about travel & love

I’m in love… with this conversation!

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, I’m sharing one of the most heartwarming episodes we’ve ever recorded. For the first time, I interviewed a newlywed couple, an adventurous duo from the U.S., who are traveling the world together and spending a few months in Edinburgh.

From meeting in New York, to discovering Scotland (Robert Burns, haggis, whiskey, and the Borders!), and exploring Europe from Italy to Georgia, their stories are full of curiosity, joy, and the magic of connecting with people and places.

This episode is a little gift for anyone who loves travel, love stories, or just celebrating human connection.

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16 January 2026

Travel, architectural details and travelling across continents

This episode is a thoughtful chat with Jon, a traveler who truly pays attention to places, to people and the spaces in between.

We take a look at Eastern Europe through his eyes, including his reflections on Georgia and other destinations often seen as grey or uniform. Jon has a real fondness for public architecture : bus stations, communal spaces, metro, those overlooked structures which he feels embody the spirit, playfulness, and creativity of local communities.

Beyond the travel destinations, we also discuss how we travel: whether alone or with others, fast or slow, and what changes when we take the time to really see what’s already around us. It’s a warm, down-to-earth episode about curiosity, awareness, and the quiet joy of exploring with an open heart.

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09 January 2026

Visiting Edinburgh :)

Different format, two short street interviews with tourists in Edinburgh in the summer of 2025. Delighted to find out what caught their attention and what they would recommend others to do in the city.

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18 December 2025

From Peaks to Presence: The Art of Experiential Travel

As the year slows down and many of us start reflecting rather than rushing, this conversation feels especially timely.

In this episode of In Conversation with Tourists, I sit down with Téa, a thoughtful traveler and researcher whose journeys have taken her through the Himalayas, Peru and many other places — and closer to home, Scotland.

Téa doesn’t travel to collect destinations. She travels to meet places. Through breath, body awareness, nutrition and a deep sense of presence, she explores how landscapes can be felt, not just visited. We talk about moving through powerful places gently, listening to your body on the road, and how travel can become a way of reconnecting — with yourself as much as with the world around you.

It’s grounding conversation, perfect for this reflective time of year.

Enjoy it!

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11 December 2025

Travelling the world with Umar

In this uplifting episode of In Conversation with Tourists, I speak with Umar, a savvy and thoughtful traveler who knows how to make the most of every journey. From prioritizing what truly matters while traveling to uncovering unexpected experiences, Umar shares practical tips on planning ahead, finding affordable accommodations, and embracing the surprises that make travel unforgettable. He tells stories of being the only guest on a remote island, connecting with locals, and learning from the people and places he encounters along the way. Full of positivity, curiosity, and inspiration, this episode is a joyful reminder of why we travel and how we can travel thoughtfully.

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05 September 2025

Journeys Through a Lifetime: Nadia on Family, Freedom and Finding Herself

This conversation with Nadia felt like paging through a living album of travel—full of warmth, laughter, and quiet reflection. She brought me into her childhood summers in Italy, her teenage adventures in Rhodes and the Swiss Alps, and the years of building new memories with her own family. What struck me most was how each trip wasn’t just about the destination, but about who she was at that stage of life. Now, in her fifties, Nadia is wondering what solo travel might awaken in her, if she can gather the courage to step into it. Sitting with her stories reminded me just how deeply travel shapes us, not only in the moment but across a lifetime.

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