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Welcome to The Holiday Expert Show! The only holiday podcast you’ll ever need!

Trying to book Paris without breaking the bank? Curious about the best holiday destinations for solo travelling? Wondering what the latest travel news actually means for your next getaway?

Well, Chelsea Dickenson, AKA The Holiday Expert - trusted by over 1 million followers for her savvy, money-saving travel advice - is here with expert insight, clever hacks and tried and tested recommendations to help you travel more for less. Joined by her travel partner James Robinson - trusted to bring the good vibes, not the itinerary - The Holiday Expert Show is here to help you plan better, spend smarter and feel more clued up, whether you’re a packer or a slacker.

Formerly known as Passports Please, The Holiday Expert Show is bigger, better, and packed with travel tips, tricks and know-how you actually need. Listen twice a week, or watch full episodes …

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S2026 · E33
Yesterday · 38 min
These Passport Mistakes Could Ruin Your Trip
These Passport Mistakes Could Ruin Your Trip! Chelsea and James are here with real life mistaakes from you lot about all the things that have gone wrong with their passports and who knows - maybe listening to this episode may just save your next holiday. Have you got a topic that you'd love James and Chelsea to cover? Well send it in to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E32
Friday · 22 min
Round The World Flights & Budapest's Ruined Bars
Chelsea and James have just returned from Budapest where they took full advantage of all the ruined bars! They also respond to more of your postcards and digital questions, including whether or not you can still buy round the world tickets? PLUS, James tests Chelsea's overseas products knowledge again in Supermarket Sweep! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E31
October 14 · 36 min
The Best Christmas Markets to Book for 2026
It might only be October, but if you’re dreaming of a festive getaway, now’s the time to get booking! Chelsea’s visited her fair share of Christmas markets, so she’s sharing her top recommendations, which ones are worth the trip, and which might be a little overhyped. PLUS, in this week’s travel news, James and Chelsea discuss driverless taxis and reveal the world’s most disappointing tourist attraction. Have you got a topic that you'd love James and Chelsea to cover? Well send it in to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E30
October 9 · 23 min
Chelsea's Mystery Man & Guess That Cuisine!
Chelsea and James are back with updates from their recent trip round the Greek islands, where Chelsea met a new mystery man... James tests Chelsea's knowledge of various national cuisines, PLUS the pair work out whether it's possible to book out an entire plane if all the seats are ridiculously cheap?! Have you got a question for Chelsea or James? Email it to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E29
October 7 · 31 min
How To Be A Better Tourist
Join Chelsea and James as they discuss how to be a better tourist! They cover cultural differences, travelling sustainably, not getting too drunk, and different ways to spend your money more wisely! PLUS, there's been big train news recently! A cocktail bar on the Eurostar? Sign us up! Have you got a topic that you'd love James and Chelsea to cover? Well send it in to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E28
October 2 · 19 min
Tech Travel Pouches & Sleepwalking Naked?
If you're unsure which leads to pack for your next trip, well look no further as James introduces us to his ultimate tech travel pouch! Chelsea and James also take on the 'a thousand miles' travel game, followed by a listener story about an unfortunate sleepwalking incident... Have you got a question for Chelsea or James? Email it to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E27
September 30 · 28 min
Your Halloween Trip Guide
Halloween is fast approaching, so Chelsea and James are here to guide you through some brilliant trip ideas for the upcoming holiday! From where the idea of Dracula was sparked in Whitby, to being chased onto the streets of Blackpool by Freddie Krueger - they discuss it all! If we've missed any brilliant Halloween trips, please let us know about them by emailing podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E26
September 25 · 22 min
Expert Packing & Berghain Experiences
Chelsea and James reminisce about making it into Berghain… and then nearly getting kicked straight back out! Plus, the pair are off to Greece, prompting Chelsea to reveal that she’s not just a holiday expert - she’s a packing expert too! Have you got a question for Chelsea or James? Email it to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E25
September 23 · 36 min
How To Do A Hen And Stag Do On The Cheap
Let's talk about stag and hen dos! Chelsea has recently returned from a boozy do in Liverpool, while James reminisces about how he made his friend's raucous stag a little classier. The pair also talk about how to do hen/stags on the cheap and alternative ways to do them. PLUS, they touch upon a news story about 10 Downing Street and whether or not you can rent it on Booking.com?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E24
September 18 · 24 min
Eurostar Upgrade & Wiki Races
Chelsea's back with top tips for getting a Eurostar upgrade, whilst James brings a new game to the podcast! The pair also chat about airport shut downs and free perks! Got a question for Chelsea or James? Email it to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E23
September 16 · 26 min
Why is Everyone Going on Active Holidays?
Why are active holidays on the rise? Well, Chelsea joined the craze and she's got 3 potential active holidays for James to choose from! If you've got an active holiday planned, we wanna hear about it! Email podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E22
September 11 · 24 min
Even MORE Travel Influencer Secrets
Chelsea had loads more to spill on the life of a travel influencer after last Wednesday's ep! Join Chelsea and James for part 2 of their Q&A! Got a question for Chelsea or James? Email it to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E21
September 9 · 34 min
Reality Of Life As A Travel Influencer
What’s it really like to make a living as a travel influencer? On today’s episode, James grills Chelsea on the reality behind the world of travel influencing. Chelsea reveals how she first started making money from her content, whether influencers really tell the truth online, and who she thinks deserves the title of best travel influencer of all time. Got a question for Chelsea or James? Email it to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E20
September 4 · 16 min
Booking Flight Seats & Supermarche Sweep
What on earth is Pee Cola? And have you ever come into contact with IBum? This week, Chelsea takes on the challenge of deciphering James’ mysterious (and very questionable) products, before the pair dive into all things travel. From flight prices to Greece and booking seats with British Airways, to their favourite travel hacks and top tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E19
September 2 · 26 min
Should You Book Your 2027 Summer Holiday Now?
Are you already thinking about booking your 2027 summer holiday? Chelsea and James weigh up the pros and cons of planning that far ahead in today’s episode. PLUS, the pair discuss dining in Bridget Jones’s actual living room, and the surprising UK addition to the list of the best beaches in the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E18
August 28 · 24 min
Error Fares & Questionable Road Signs
Have you found an incredible cheap flight recently? Well, it could be an error fare, but fear not, as the holiday expert is here to break it down for you! James also wants to test Chelsea on her knowledge of unusual road signs - head over to our socials to see if you can guess them too @holidayexpertshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E17
August 26 · 29 min
The Best Cities for Solo Travel
Planning your first solo adventure or looking for inspiration for your next one? Chelsea and James are here with brilliant suggestions, top tips and plenty of ideas to help you make the most of your upcoming trip. Plus, they reveal the ultimate solo short-haul and long-haul destinations, as voted for by you! But where made the cut? Tune in to find out… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E16
August 21 · 18 min
Last Minute Trips & Unusual Solo Activities
Chelsea considers attending an event called '100 People Do Nothing For 3 Hours', but can she convince James? The pair also give themselves 60 seconds to decide which train they'll be hopping on that evening, but not before they asnwer your postcards and emails! If you've got a question that you need answering, send it over to podcast@holidayexpert.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E15
August 19 · 35 min
Explore Paris Without Breaking The Bank!
Let's break down how to travel to Paris, find accomodation, and enjoy the sights WITHOUT breaking the bank! We cover Eurostar Snap, hostels, restaurants, and even Paris' famous cemeteries! Reminder, we're now on YouTube! Head over to @holidayexpertshow to catch the latest episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2026 · E14
August 14 · 22 min
A Spontaneous Ibiza Trip & Honeymoon Recommendations
Chelsea wants to plan a last minute trip to Ibiza, but can she convince James to stay in this unusual accomodaiton? PLUS, things get messy when James tests Chelsea on her gadget knowledge! Reminder, we're now on YouTube! Head over to @holidayexpertshow to catch the latest episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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