Passports Please!
The podcast that helps you hack your holidays whether you’re a packer or a slacker! Join Chelsea Dickenson (AKA - Holiday Expert) and James Robinson (her enthusiastic travel buddy) as we cover the inspired hacks, the unbelievable tales and the mad stories, that come from a pastime us Brits can all relate to - the holiday!Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find our address and any other the info you need at passportspleasepod.com.If you're interested in sponsorship and advertising in Passports Please, then we'd love to hear from you. Just email sales@audioalways.com and we'll tell you more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes
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Travel Revolutions, Honeymoon Tips, and a Controversial Bad Reviews
Wednesday, 7 January 2026
In the first Passports Please of 2026, Chelsea and James kick off the new year by swapping their travel resolutions! As well as that, they dish out some honeymoon holiday recommendations, and James gives his review of a flight tracking app. Plus, possibly our most controversial Bad Reviews to date…Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cheaper Christmas Travel, Time vs Money, and SIMs for Skiing
Wednesday, 17 December 2025
It's a Christmassy episode this week, with Chelsea and James swapping the best tips on how to do holiday travel at less busy and expensive times. Plus, an update on the 'Is Chesney Hawkes a Google Reviewer?' question, a very painful holiday nightmare, and James has a confession to make about the listener postcards…Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Spontaneous Nights Out, Country Challenges and Compensation Tips
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
Chelsea reports back from Christmas Market Bingo - listen to find out how a Meat Raffle, a Star Wars themed bar, and Evanescence comes into it. Plus, challenges to see how many countries you can visit, tips on getting flight delay compensation (whether it's the airline's fault or not!) and, where does Simply Red like to stay on holiday?Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Christmas Market Bingo, Compensation Claim Updates and Who Does The Directions On Holiday?
Wednesday, 3 December 2025
Chelsea has a very exciting Christmas plan to announce in this week's episode. Plus, some touching pilot retirement videos, an incredibly iconic bad review location, and James gives an update on his own Compo Claim!Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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WWOOFING, Wizz Air Business Class and How Low a Rating Would You Go?
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Wizz Air are apparently trialling a new business class seat but what does it include? And how much would James pay for it?! Plus, this episode's Bad Review features some mysterious brown liquid, and James and Chelsea wonder whether to give WWOOFing a go. And if your passport goes missing, when is it time to panic?Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sauna Tips, Airport Codes and Using Dating Apps Abroad
Wednesday, 19 November 2025
James has a very unique game for Chelsea this week, which involves him discovering some interesting airport codes. The games don't stop there though, with a record-breaking Bad Review to follow. Plus, the two discover what a Sauna Marathon is, and get a fascinating update on using dating apps to make friends abroad.Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ryanair Changes, Gut Training, and Best Time To Book
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Ryanair has some very interesting news out this week, which James and Chelsea pick apart to figure out what it means for your holidays. Chelsea also shares some top tips on when's best to book a holiday. Plus, the two swap notes on their night out on the Peruvian Tourist Board, and how to train your gut for foreign food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Flight Delays, Lost Passports and Mystery Trips
Wednesday, 5 November 2025
Chelsea is taking on Wizz Air in the wake of a flight delay. She shares her tips for how to get compensation (or 'compo'), as well as how to pack when you don't know where you're going! Plus, a missing passport travel nightmare, and if it's safe to go sightseeing during a layover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Scarecations, Surprise Holidays, and Getting Into Berghain
Wednesday, 29 October 2025
It's a special, spooky episode of Passports Please! this week, and Chelsea and James commit in a big way. A haunting Holiday Nightmare accompanies their creepy costumes… Plus, the two give their top tips for Berlin, and weigh in on what constitutes 'too far' when taking things from hotel rooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Travel Trends, Cheap Business Class, and A Tribute To Steps
Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Skyscanner and Expedia's Travel Trends for next year have dropped, and Chelsea and James pore over them - and get tempted to join some dating apps along the way. Plus, tips on how to find cheap Business Class flights, a nightmare motorbike story, and a defence of Steps' discography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tech Tips, Savvy Packing and James' Big News
Wednesday, 15 October 2025
James has some big news, with huge repercussions for the Holiday Expert partnership… and speaking of huge news, the Passports Please mums have met for the first time in James and Chelsea's fifteen-year relationship. Listen to discover how that went, as well as the (almost) definitive number of shoes to bring on holiday, and how to be deal with public transport awkwardness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EES, Airport Hotels and Challenging Hills
Wednesday, 8 October 2025
Chelsea and James pore over border system news, and what that means for non-EU travellers. Plus, tips about how to handle early flights, a very confusing Bad Review, and a nightmare camping story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Disney World Secret, Budget Tips and Drinking Around The World
Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Chelsea and James look back on their trip to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! They swap notes on their favourite rides, share some sneaky resort secrets, and give top tips on how to do Disney on a budget. Plus, the two discuss their favourite restaurants, and a very interesting Epcot challenge… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Travel Compatibility Quiz, Airbnb Hacks and Bed Bug Prevention
Wednesday, 24 September 2025
Chelsea and James kick off the episode with a bit of romance, going through a quiz together to find out if they are the ideal travel partners. Plus, advice on how to pay for public transport in an unfamiliar city, and what to do if your train is standing room only.Download the SAILY app AND use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jet Lag, 12mg Melatonin and Second Cities
Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Chelsea and James are recovering from jet lag, despite trying everything from melatonin to margaritas. They also discuss which second cities beat a capital city, how to protect yourself when your flight's delayed, and James outs Chelsea over an unfortunate moment while wine-tasting.Download the SAILY app AND use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Much is Molly Mae's Holiday, 8 Year Bets and Are Wowcher Mystery Trips
Wednesday, 10 September 2025
Ever wanted to know how much Molly Mae's holiday costs or whether Wowcher mystery trips really are good value for money? Chelsea and James have you covered! They also make a bet that won’t result in a winner until 2033 – so set your reminders now!Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleasepod.comDownload the SAILY app AND use our code PASSPORTS...
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First Class Flights, Luxury Luggage and Mexico City Baby!
Wednesday, 3 September 2025
Chelsea and James are in Mexico City! In between testing James’s Spanish on unsuspecting baristas and trying tasty local (and possibly alcoholic) beverages, they discuss how they managed to bag a first-class flight for cheap and share some top tips for those in need of luxury luggage solutions.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleasepod.comD...
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Packing Hacks, Learning Spanish and James Wears a Bra
Wednesday, 27 August 2025
Chelsea and James share their very best packing hacks for squeezing as much as possible into your luggage allowance. Plus, they answer your travel conundrums on the cheapest way to bring extra toiletries with you and offer some top tips for visiting Sheffield.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleasepod.comDownload the SAILY app AND use our c...
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Solo Travelling, Coupons and Fifth Freedom Flights
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
James is really starting to flex his holiday hacking muscles as he reveals an ‘evil genius’ level hack for getting cheaper taxis. Not to be outdone, Chelsea has come armed with all the info you need to make the most of using coupons for all your travel needs and beyond. They also tackle your questions regarding the best destinations for solo travellers and fifth freedom flights.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as...
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Travel, Grey Joggers and Help I Sexted My Boss
Friday, 15 August 2025
We’re joined by our very luxurious (and occasionally budget-conscious) friends, William Hanson and Jordan North from the Help I Sexted My Boss podcast! We chat about travelling with them, the rules of correct airport attire, and whether the UK’s leading etiquette expert has ever braved economy. Plus, we help the boys tackle your modern-day travel dilemmas.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! Yo...
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Cruise Ship Wifi, Set Jetters, and the Seven Wonders of the UK Results
Wednesday, 6 August 2025
The time has come! Over a thousand votes were cast in our Seven Wonders of the UK poll, and Chelsea and James are itching to reveal the winners - featuring some very surprising entries! Plus, they share more travel hacks involving zip lock bags and their top tips for avoiding extortionate wifi costs on cruise ships.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.p...
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Upgrades, Tiny Picnic Blankets and Nude Hiking
Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Chelsea and James are back with a travel bag full of holiday tales and tips. Chelsea shares a bathroom mishap at home that led to some rather shocked roofers, Producer Jack returns from his travels with his own holiday hacks and a brand new game based on Chelsea’s legendary head size.They also discuss the benefits of cash back websites and offer advice on navigating tricky flight connections and layovers in the States. Plus a Holiday Nightmare from a nude hiking trip!Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at...
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Summer Holidays, Last Minute Booking Tips and Big Heads
Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Chelsea and James have a suitcase packed full of top tips to help you get the best deals for your summer holidays. They’ve also come prepared to answer your travel dilemmas, including the best way to keep track of your holiday plans and a discussion on the best travel pillows for those blessed with a big head.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passpor...
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Buffets, Travel Cameras and National Trust Holidays
Wednesday, 16 July 2025
Chelsea and James come armed with their top tips on how to find amazing staycation spots you won’t usually see on the typical travel aggregator websites. Plus, they answer your holiday dilemmas - from choosing the perfect travel camera to the all-important question: Is it ever okay to take food from the breakfast buffet for later in the day? With the help of a celebrity etiquette expert, of course…Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type ...
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EU Luggage Rules, Cranes, and Hurricane Season
Wednesday, 9 July 2025
Chelsea and James discuss the pros and cons to a potential law change around EU luggage rules on airplanes. They also answer your holiday dilemmas including how to best avoid hurricane season in the Carribean and a new hack on getting your lost luggage returned.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleasepod.comDownload the SAILY app AND use our...
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City Cards, Insurance Tips, and Saga Holidays
Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Chelsea and James are on a mission to MAKE TRAVEL INSURANCE SEXY AGAIN. More specifically, how to make sure you don’t get your insurance claims rejected, because that’s not hot. They also delve into the bag of postcards to give some tips and advice on whether city cards are good value for money, and how young is too young to be going on a Saga Holiday.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportspleasepod.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You ca...
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Festivals, a Party Plane and Vibrating Luggage...
Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Heading to a festival this summer? Well, Chelsea and James are sharing their tips for a good time whatever your budget - including the cheapest food at Glasto! They also discuss a potential Passports Please! party plane and a listener’s embarrassing holiday nightmare, thanks to some vibrating luggage...Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportsplease.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleasepo...
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Hotel Upgrades, Car Hacks and Free Luggage Storage
Wednesday, 18 June 2025
Ever wanted to know the perfect way to ask a hotel for a free upgrade but never quite known how? Well, Chelsea and James have you covered with their foolproof template! Also up for discussion: clever hacks for storing luggage on your last day of holiday, and a listener’s holiday nightmare on a cruise ship.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportsplease.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleas...
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Blindfolds, Cruises, and the Holiday Expert
Wednesday, 11 June 2025
Chelsea is changing her name (no, not to Sandra) and James is outraged after being blindfolded against his will on holiday. There’s also a new twist to the nations favourite game of ‘Bad Reviews’ plus some top tier tips on Cruising.Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportsplease.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.passportspleasepod.comDownload the SAILY app AND use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to ge...
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Angels, Seven Wonders and The Old Lady of Methana
Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Chelsea and James are tackling another travel-based PSA: Do you really need £100 a day in your bank account to travel to Spain? Other very important travel-based questions are answered, like what should you do when you stumble across an old Greek lady in the middle of nowhere, and what are the Seven Wonders of the UK?Have a holiday hack of your own or a travel nightmare you need to get off your chest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@passportsplease.com or if you’re the really adventurous type you can even send as an actual postcard! You can find all the info you need at www.pa...
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