Explore every episode of the podcast All the S**t I've Learned Abroad
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| Embracing the Unknown: The Thrill of No-Plan Travel | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:29:47 | |
In this episode we're talking all things no-plan travel today. Have you ever planned an unplanned trip? Bit of an oxymoron there! For the spontaneous and 'non planner' people out there, mystery trips are growing in popularity, so what are you mystery trip options? Want to learn more about the sites we talk about in this episode? Check out:
00:00:00 - Introduction to No-Plan Travel 00:01:55 - OptimiSing Destination Weddings 00:03:09 - Upcoming Trips: Berlin and Texas 00:05:06 - Plus One at Weddings: Normalising Best Friends 00:07:06 - No-Planning Trips: Concept and Experiences 00:09:05 - Personal Experiences with Unplanned Travel 00:12:06 - Future Unplanned Travel Plans 00:14:16 - Practicalities of Booking Last-Minute Flights 00:17:34 - Spontaneous Road Trip in Ontario 00:20:12 - Challenges and Excitement of No-Plan Travel 00:20:56 - Black Tomato: The Ultimate No-Plan Experience 00:24:01 - Affordable Mystery Holidays with Woucher Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Unveiling the Magic of Group Travel with Bruce Poon Tip of G Adventures | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:45:52 | |
Group travel at it's core is often the perfect blend of solo travelers at heart who want to experience a new place whilst still having the camaraderie of traveling with others with a built-in support system, making it easier to navigate new places, handle unexpected situations, and enjoy diverse perspectives and ideas. Joined by Bruce Poon Tip, founder of G Adventures, Bruce shares the company's inspiring founding story and it's commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. Learn about the transformative impact of group travel and how G Adventures is making a difference in the industry. [00:01:32] Entrepreneurial journey of G Adventures. [00:06:36] Evolution of travel industry. [00:08:39] Responsible travel and community tourism. [00:12:35] Ethical animal encounters in travel. [00:21:41] Group travel options. [00:23:16] Roommate matchmaking process. [00:28:28] Community bonding through travel. [00:30:34] G Adventures' Chief Experience Officers. [00:36:32] Group travel experiences. [00:39:20] Age diversity in travel. [00:43:51] Evolving travel styles. [00:45:22] Support and Reviews Importance. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Am I the A**hole: Travel Edition | 14 Jan 2024 | 00:44:54 | |
Am I the A**hole? Steph and Andrea dig into Reddit's AITA forum to find the best travel related AITA scenarios to debate. Tying in hostel etiquette, traveling with significant others, friends and family as also airplane entitlement - A**hole, or not? Tune in now and make sure you let us know if you agree with our verdicts! 00:04:22 - Airport Lounge Access and Etiquette 00:09:14 - Discussing Seat Selection and Airline Status 00:10:55 - Family Seating Dilemmas on Flights 00:14:54 - Hostel Nighttime Etiquette 00:19:11 - Hostel Room Sharing and Noise Consideration 00:21:08 - Airline Policies on Family Seating 00:26:45 - Hostel Etiquette and Late Night Returns 00:29:29 - More on Hostel Room Etiquette 00:32:39 - Arriving Excessively Early at the Airport Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Cliche Tourist Attractions | 18 Nov 2019 | 00:45:09 | |
To all the travel snobs who boast about only traveling 'off the beaten path', we say... GFY. In this episode, Steph and Andrea talk about their favourite cliche tourist attractions and why they love them so damn much. If you want to help our podcast grow, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, follow us on social media and if you're really keen, consider becoming a Patreon donor. Every little bit helps us grow! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Staycations | 11 Nov 2019 | 00:33:24 | |
Be it time, finance or visa constraints, sometimes a staycation is the best vacation! So how do you mix it up to still give you the butterflies and excitement of a vacation? Tune in now to find out! If you want to help our podcast grow, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, follow us on social media and if you're really keen, consider becoming a Patreon donor. Every little bit helps us grow! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Things We Wish We Knew Before Traveling | 04 Nov 2019 | 00:38:01 | |
In this episode, Steph and Andrea each bring their own personal list of what they wish they knew before traveling. Having not discussed their list with each other, did their items overlap? Completed contract each other? Listen to find out! If you want to help our podcast grow, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, follow us on social media and if you're really keen, consider becoming a Patreon donor. Every little bit helps us grow! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Halloween Travel Haunts | 27 Oct 2019 | 00:26:17 | |
In this special Halloween episode, Steph and Andrea discuss all the spooky things they've encountered on their travels around the world. From sleeping in real haunted houses, to ghost tours and so much more, there's a lot of spooky to explore! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Executive Producer: Lipp Media Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Trekking Excursions | 20 Oct 2019 | 00:32:34 | |
As Steph prepares for her upcoming trek on the Overland Track in Tasmania, Australia, she and Andrea discuss what she's doing to prepare. If you want to help our podcast grow, please follow us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Breaking Language Barriers Abroad | 15 Oct 2019 | 00:36:31 | |
Over 10% of adults avoid traveling because of perceived language barriers... key word, "perceived". Language barriers should never hold you back from visiting a new place you dream of seeing, so in this episode, we break down how we've overcome those barriers ourselves. It may not have always been classy, but we always got our point across! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Save to See the World | 07 Oct 2019 | 00:36:01 | |
If you dream of traveling but your budget is already tight, travel may seem outside the realm of possibility for you. But fear not! We're here to tell you all our tips and tricks of how we save for our trips, 'cause if you didn't know, we're hustlers! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Underrated Travel Destinations | 29 Sep 2019 | 00:39:22 | |
Ever skipped on a destination because you heard it's just so-so? Glanced over a city on a map because you've never heard about it before? This weeks episode is about exactly that, under rated travel destinations that are secret gems! f you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Airplane Etiquette | 23 Sep 2019 | 00:43:09 | |
The last thing we want is for our listeners to ever be "that person", so this week we're outlining all your need to know etiquette when flying! Who has the rightful claim to the arm rest? How do you balance the comfort of wanting to sprawl out and make yourself at home with consideration for the other passengers around you? Well tune in, because we've got the answers to your questions here! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Travel Snobbery | 16 Sep 2019 | 00:32:27 | |
Ever met someone who you just want to say 'oh shut up please' too? Well, this is rampant in the travel community! Listen now to make sure you aren't being that person! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| New Year, New Travels: 2024 Travel Resolutions | 01 Jan 2024 | 00:47:16 | |
Happy 2024 - It's time for our annual new years travel resolutions episode! As always, we revisit last years resolutions to see if and what we actually achieved and then discuss our travel goals and resolutions for the upcoming year as well - and we've got some big ons that we hope will inspire you as well! 00:00:00 - New Year's Travel Resolutions 00:05:34 - The Power of Writing Down Goals 00:06:18 - Revisiting Last Year's Travel Resolutions 00:09:10 - Sailing in the Whitsundays and Travel Goals 00:10:20 - Exploring Queensland and Van Life 00:11:10 - Budgeting for Travel and Setting Financial Goals 00:13:11 - Optimising Weekend Travel in Europe 00:14:04 - Budgeting for Travel and Tracking Expenses 00:16:43 - Planning for Wellness Retreats 00:18:38 - Sky Barrel Accommodation Goal 00:19:05 - Desire to Visit Singapore 00:20:20 - Upcoming Trip to Dubai 00:22:43 - Planning Business and Leisure Trips - "Bleisure" 00:27:52 - The Idea of Tough Love Retreats 00:30:20 - Van Life in New Zealand as a Travel Goal 00:31:28 - Documenting Trips and Creating Photo Books 00:32:43 - Planning for South America and the Seven Wonders Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Traveling As You Age | 10 Sep 2019 | 00:34:15 | |
We no longer live in a world where you save all your money and then travel once you retire. So what does that mean for different generations and their travel habits right now? In this episode, Steph Paige and Andrea Gillis discuss exactly that! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Travel Insurance | 02 Sep 2019 | 00:44:51 | |
Update: If you need travel insurance, check out https://alltheshitivelearnedabroad.com/travel-insurance to get a quote today! If you think travel insurance is boring... you're right! But at the same time, there are SO many things covered you likely don't know about, that this episode may very well save you a lot of money! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Travel Scams | 27 Aug 2019 | 00:37:40 | |
From $45 to $4,500, scams of ALL kinds can creep up on you! In these weeks episode, Steph and Andrea fill you in on a spread of scams they've come across in their travels. If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Missed Flights | 20 Aug 2019 | 00:41:00 | |
You book your trip, the anticipation builds, you're all packed and finally departure day comes! And then... you miss your flight! What would you do? In this episode, Steph Paige and Andrea Gillis share what they did when they found themselves in this predicament... more than a few times. If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Attire Abroad | 12 Aug 2019 | 00:32:36 | |
When you travel abroad, there are certain things you need to consider when it comes to your wardrobe. Be it weather, culture, or shopping overseas, come learn from Steph and Andrea's multitude of lessons learned the hard way! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Long Haul Travel Pt 2 - Safety Over Comfort | 06 Aug 2019 | 00:38:11 | |
On any flight you take, be it abroad for work or pleasure, your health and safety considerations begin the moment you step on your flight. In this episode, Steph and Andrea discuss what exactly can happen when you sit on a plane for an extended period of time, and why you need to listen to the advice so many of us ignore - because in July, the reality of what can happen hit home for Steph. If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The MINIMUM You Need to Know and Do for Any Trip! | 29 Jul 2019 | 00:32:56 | |
Don't want a $17,868 phone bill? Then there's some things you DO need to do! From phone plans to visas to knowing some critical destination details, even the most spontaneous trips have a minimum amount of planning required! If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Budget Travel: Flights, Accommodation and Site Seeing | 22 Jul 2019 | 00:33:47 | |
So many people think they can't travel because it is expensive. Yet at the same time, there are so many budget travellers who are seeing the world on less than $35 a day as Steph Paige did (or even less!) In this episode, we discuss how to travel on a budget when it comes to the main three buckets - Flights, Accomodation and Site Seeing. If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The America I Know | 16 Jul 2019 | 00:30:50 | |
In 2017, Steph spent five months traveling through the Unites States filming a documentary called The America I Know. Now in post-production, she shares why she did it, how she went about it, and some of her highlights along the way. If you're interesting in helping with the editing and post-production of the documentary, you can donate at https://www.gofundme.com/the-america-i-know. Every little bit helps and is genuinely appreciated. If you want to help our podcast grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Festival Season | 08 Jul 2019 | 00:44:01 | |
Fresh out of Glastonbury - or rather, in the midst of the Glastonbury Comedown - Andrea talks all about her Glasto and other festival experiences, from how much vacation time to take, how to get there, what t0 pack, and all the other travel tidbits a seasoned festival goer can impart! If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Van Life in Outback Queensland | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:41:11 | |
It's time to talk about van life in Outback Queensland! What’s the best way to plan your route through the Outback and does it feel safe if you do it as a solo traveller? What is a pig race and why is Steph using her ability to starfish as a system of measurement? And most importantly, what’s the biggest travel hack we’ve learned on how you can live the van life for next to no cost. Resources:
00:00:00 Van life adventures. 00:06:12 A massive camper van bed. 00:08:47 Parking challenges in the Outback. 00:13:52 Pig races and ethical encounters. 00:16:24 Feeling safe while traveling. 00:19:06 Self-defense and safety measures. 00:25:26 Qantas Light Show. 00:27:03 New wildlife and bird watching. 00:30:27 Dreaming big in life. 00:36:23 Traveling as you age. 00:37:33 Van life and comfort levels. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Solo Travel | 30 Jun 2019 | 00:40:43 | |
As two huge advocates of solo travel, this episode touches on why it's so great, what holds people back from trying it, and how to make that initial leap! If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Travel Vaccinations | 24 Jun 2019 | 00:34:32 | |
Yellow Fever, Hep A, Typhoid, Rabies... so many fun things to protect yourself from! Who would have thought you need Japanese Encephalitis to go to India? Whether you're traveling to the Dominican Republic for just one week, or around the world for a year, you need to protect your health and be your own best advocate! In this episode, Steph and Andrea discuss travel vaccinations and precautionary meds they've had to take to protect themselves while traveling. If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Getting Sick Abroad | 17 Jun 2019 | 00:29:42 | |
From Delhi Belly in India, to viral infections in Brazil, to ruptured ear drums in Hong Kong, there are a plethora of unforeseen issues that can drag you down while travelling! In this episode, we talk about some of the crazy things that can be happen, and what you can do (aka, a common sense reality check) when you're sick abroad! If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Long Haul Trips and Long Term Travel: The Survival Guide | 06 Jun 2019 | 00:41:08 | |
Whether it's a long haul trip (whatever long haul means to you!) or some seriously long term travel, it's the little things that can get you. What are the things you haven't even thought of for your next trip? In this episode, we'll touch on a lot of things you don't even know you need to know! If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Making Friends as Adults | 29 May 2019 | 00:35:19 | |
Making friends as adults... why is this shit so awkward!? As two Canadian ex-pats now living abroad, we've had to figure this out and it ain't easy! If you're moving abroad, relocating for work, or just moving from one town to another... we've got you covered with multiple ways you can make new friends as an adult! If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Staying Stimulated, Staying Stimulated (Staying Stimulated) | 20 May 2019 | 00:26:46 | |
Staying stimulated... say that 3 times fast! Going on a long term trip sounds pretty badass, and it is, but at the same time... it's a life change. When you suddenly stop doing everything you're used to, working, studying, creating... it can feel like something is missing. So what do you do to address that? If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a Patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Losing Your Passport Abroad | 13 May 2019 | 00:34:09 | |
Passports are the most valuable document you need when traveling, but every day, people lose them while traveling in foreign countries. And as it turns out Andrea is an expert in this topic! If you want to help us grow, please visit us on social media and become a patreon donor! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Getting Lost Abroad | 07 May 2019 | 00:36:05 | |
In our second episode, we're going to tell you about when we've been lost abroad, how we got out those situations and what you can do to avoid finding yourself in them! If you want to help the show improve, please consider supporting us financially and following us online at: - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| When **** Goes REALLY Wrong | 20 Apr 2019 | 00:35:00 | |
In this first episode, we're going to tell you about a few of the craziest things that have happened to us abroad that you would never think to plan for! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Upgrading your travels: When is it worth it? | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:59:59 | |
Flight upgrades... are they worth it or a total waste of money? When flying, what is the best way to get a cheap upgrade, whether using cash or points, and when is it actually just not worth it at all? We also delve into hotel and rental card upgrades and the surprisingly easy method to get them for free. 00:00:00 Upgrades can be worth it. 00:09:40 Communication is key in hosting. 00:14:06 Airbnb hosting can be challenging. 00:15:12 Airbnb drama and Philly adventures. 00:23:21 Consider upgrading for long-haul flights. 00:25:22 Upgrade to higher class flights. 00:30:29 Consider cost and comfort for upgrades. 00:37:52 Lounge access can save money. 00:40:52 Always check for flight upgrades. 00:46:03 Use points for upgrades and ask for hotel upgrades. 00:51:00 Upgrade requests can lead to better accommodations. 00:56:20 Hotels in New York are expensive. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Letting Go of Insecurities When Traveling | 30 Sep 2023 | 00:51:14 | |
As you age, do you become more or less insecure while traveling? When it comes to age, body image hangups and physical capabilities we discuss why you shouldn't let your insecurities get in the way of experiencing new things while you're traveling. [00:02:01] Becoming less insecure with age. [00:04:08] Insecurities while traveling. [00:11:30] Women and self-image in photos. [00:16:09] Living in the moment. [00:19:42] Staying young in hostels. [00:22:34] Skiing and snowboarding injuries. [00:26:02] Trying water obstacle courses. [00:29:02] Overcoming fear of trying new things. [00:33:22] Body insecurities and empowerment. [00:36:27] Body insecurities on the beach. [00:41:31] Club experience in Miami. [00:43:05] Insecurities and trying new things. [00:47:51] Weighing for safety and fun. [00:49:39] Insecurities about solo travel. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Romanticising Travel: When Reality Doesn't Meet Expectations | 29 Aug 2023 | 00:46:47 | |
So often in life we romanticise things in our head when in reality, it rarely lives up to expectations, and the same goes for travel destinations. In this episode we discuss some of the destinations we have over-hyped in our own heads. Equally, we explore some of the places we didn't expect much of that ended up blowing us away. We hope that this episode lives up to the hype and that you won't be disappointed! 00:00:00 Expectations vs. reality in travel 00:05:26 Be the change you want 00:11:09 Romanticizing places can lead to disappointment 00:16:34 Underwhelming experiences in travel 00:22:14 Underwhelming experiences at famous museums 00:27:32 Underwhelming Little Mermaid statue 00:32:37 Expectations can shape our experiences 00:41:15 Don't trust Instagram for travel 00:45:51 Expectations vs reality in travel Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 2023 Travel Check In and Lessons Learned | 23 Jul 2023 | 00:56:27 | |
From booking hotels to flights to rental cars, to lost luggage and lost keys, listen to some of the tips and tricks we've compiled from our own lessons learned on our travels that will hopefully help you make the most of your own travels in the next year. So grab a notepad and a pen and get ready to take some notes! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| All the Literal S**t We've Learned Abroad About Traveler's Diarrhoea | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:46:19 | |
This is a real shit episode. Literally. We're talking about something every traveler experiences at some point, but are too embarrassed to talk about. Traveler's diarrhoea, Bali belly, Delhi belly, whatever you want to call it, it's really shitty when it happens. But how can you prevent this dreaded occurrence on your travels and when should you actually seek help from a medical professional when you've got it? Get ready for a real shit storm of an episode! [00:00:11] Traveler's' diarrhoea and prevention. [00:04:39] Feeling old at Glastonbury. [00:09:34] Surviving traveler's' diarrhoea. [00:11:11] Traveler's diarrhoea and its definitions. [00:15:09] Investigating traveler's' diarrhoea. [00:17:59] Traveling with Imodium. [00:21:19] Traveler's diarrhoea prevention methods. [00:26:00] Food safety and meat freshness. [00:29:02] Street food safety. [00:32:05] Traveler's diarrhoea remedies. [00:35:30] Fluids for hydration. [00:40:36] Constipation on vacation. [00:43:08] Enema and pharmacist confusion. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Travels Through India: Colours, Culture, and Chaos | 15 May 2023 | 01:03:01 | |
Having embarked on two very different adventures throughout India with different styles, Steph and Andrea discuss their contrasting experiences while traversing the bustling streets of Delhi, wandering through ancient temples, tiger spotting in Rajasthan, their Bollywood experiences and so much more. Whether you're a seasoned traveler, an armchair explorer, or someone seeking inspiration for your next journey, in "Travels Through India" we hope to inspire you to add India to your list. So buckle up, tune in, and let the magic of India unfold. Learn more about some of the specific tours mentioned at:
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| Delays, Diversions and Cancellations | 02 Apr 2023 | 00:59:52 | |
One of the most annoying things that can happen during your travels are delays, diversions and cancellations. It will most likely happen to you at some point, so it's time to break down the reasons this can happen so that in the moment, you can decide if it's worth the energy getting worked up about! Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Benefits of Making Travel a Priority in Your Life | 12 May 2024 | 00:29:18 | |
It's all about priorities! Ask yourself, are you making travel a priority in your life? If the answer is no, then why not? While we have many priorities in life, we often forget to add travel as one of them. For many reasons, like mental and physical health, creating long lasting memories, and becoming more cultured, Steph and Andrea discuss why travel should always be included as a priority in your life and how we prioritise travel in our lives. So let's dive in! [00:03:31] Packing struggles and workout plans. [00:06:55] Prioritising travel in our lives. [00:14:28] Reminders of human kindness. [00:16:57] Relationships and travel bonds. [00:20:43] Benefits of hiking and travel. [00:26:09] Prioritising travel over work. [00:27:57] The importance of travel. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| To Gift or Not to Gift: Travel Souvenirs | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:45:15 | |
To gift or not to gift, that is the question. How often do you buy travel souvenirs for family, friends or yourself? What makes a good travel souvenir and what makes a crap one? Let's dive in and discuss! Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Embracing Spontaneous Travel | 15 Jan 2023 | 00:32:45 | |
As we get older, we often lose a bit of our spontaneity so how can we hold onto this feeling while still traveling responsibly without being impulsive? Some studies even suggest that spontaneous travel makes us happier - but is this actually true? Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 2023 New Years Resolutions: Travel Edition | 30 Dec 2022 | 00:35:24 | |
It's that time of year! Time for the 2023 New Years Travel Resolution episode, where we dive into our 2023 resolutions as well as look back on our 2022 resolutions to see what we ticked out! Spoiler - it wasn't that much! Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Complain without being a Karen | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:51:30 | |
Travel is expensive and you spend a lot of time planning what is meant to be the perfect trip. But what happens if the service you receive is not up to the par, and you feel like you haven't gotten your moneys worth? How do you complain in an assertive and respectful way to airline, hotel and tour staff without coming off as entitled and rude? Join Steph and Andrea as they talk all things how to complain without being a Karen (or Ken!) Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| All Inclusive Holidays and Resorts | 15 Oct 2022 | 00:40:25 | |
Let's talk about all inclusive holidays and resorts! Sometimes you just need to switch off and do absolutely nothing, which these kinds of trips can be absolutely perfect for. So what's the best way to plan and how do you avoid the unexpected reality/expectations situation? We dive in to all of that and more! Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Journey to 100 | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:34:49 | |
Join us as we take you on the journey of how we got to 100 episodes! From our humble beginnings back in 2019 to today, our passion project that is All the Shit I've Learned Abroad has grown far more than we ever could have anticipated, so come join us on our journey to 100 as we thank all of you! Want to help our podcast grow? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review and follow us on social media! - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 2022 Travel Check In | 12 Aug 2022 | 00:53:35 | |
It's time for a 2022 Travel Check In! After spending the past two years stagnant, we are all back on the road and back in the sky, making up for lost time. The past few episodes have referenced us being all around the world and it's time to bring you the updates of what we've been up to and most importantly - the most recent lessons learned the hard way! Want to help our podcast grow. Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, follow us on social media and if you're really keen, consider becoming a Patreon donor. Every little bit helps us grow! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Optimising Your Business Trips | 15 Jul 2022 | 00:40:01 | |
Work trips don't always need to be just all about work, if you use your time and your budget wisely, you can also incorporate just as much play into them. From flight upgrades to eating at fancy restaurants to even traveling with a partner or a companion, we've got a few tips and tricks that will help turn your work trips into mini vacations! - Patreon: www.patreon.com/ShitIveLearnedAbroadPod - Facebook: www.facebook.com/shitivelearnedabroadpod - Twitter: www.twitter.com/shitabroadpod - Instagram: www.instagram.com/shitabroadpod Theme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||