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All The S**t I’ve Learned Abroad is an international travel podcast with production spanning the globe. Canadian hosts Steph Paige and Andrea Gillis record remotely between Melbourne, Australia and London, England to bring listeners lessons learned through decades of travelling. Together, the pair have visited almost every exotic location in the world… and some not so exotic. With only the most extreme destinations left unexplored, not by choice, the duo have a wealth of firsthand knowledge to share.


Started with the intention of reconnecting and reliving their favourite travel memories, the podcast soon became a rapidly growing success. Now the podcast can be seen charting highly in over 17 countries and #1 in both Australia and New Zealand. Covering everything from flights, accommodation and destinations to attire, etiquette and scams, the podcast dives deep on anything and everything you should know when taking a trip. The show sports such a vast range of topics that there is quite literally something for everyone. Not only are the episodes’ themes engaging, but Steph and Andrea have an incredible amount of entertaining stories.


The pair are obsessed with getting lost in wondrous foreign lands, exploring new places, soaking in the sights and unique cultures. From volcanic eruptions and exploding buildings to steamy romances and drunken festivities, you’d swear some stories are straight from an action adventure film. Thanks to the bright and bubbly personalities of Steph and Andrea, even the most mundane travel experiences feel like a joy to listen to. Having run for over two years, All The S**t I’ve Learned Abroad still continues to raise the bar each episode — their entertaining and informative discussions won’t be slowing down anytime soon.

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How does social media impact your travel experiences? Is social media ruining travel experiences or making them better? Are we too obsessed with getting the right content instead of taking in the experience? Are we focusing too much on FOMO and what we see online? And are we traveling to some of these places we see online for the right reasons? Let's dive in! 00:00:00 - Social Media's Impact on Travel00:05:42 - Discovering Local Spots via Social Media00:07:47 - The Pros of Sharing Travel on Social Media00:09:03 - Reflecting on Posting Travel Content in Real Time00:11:47 - The Influence of Social Media on Travel Destinations00:13:14 - Expectation vs. Reality in Travel Posts00:15:46 - The Phenomenon of Over-Tourism00:17:03 - Personal Reflections on Social Media Use While Traveling00:19:03 - The Benefits of Social Media for Travelers00:21:17 - Concluding Thoughts on Social Media and Travel ResponsibilitySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Valentine's Day may have passed but it did get us thinking about love languages! Love languages are all about how you give and receive love, for and from others. But how do these relate into your travel style? Quality time, acts of service, words of affirmation, gift giving and physical touch. We chat through these five love languages and how you can integrate these into travel to get the most out of your trip, whether with a partner, friends or even traveling solo. 00:00:00 - Love Languages and Travel00:02:47 - Unplanned Big Trips and Booking Beliefs00:03:20 - The Quest for a Wellness Retreat00:05:13 - Spa Getaways vs. Genuine Retreats00:06:32 - Valentine's Day and Galentine's Celebrations00:07:06 - Love Languages and Their Travel Connection00:08:07 - Defining and Understanding Love Languages00:09:17 - Quality Time: Travel Edition00:10:55 - Acts of Service on the Road00:11:45 - Gift Giving While Traveling00:12:37 - Physical Touch and Travel Intimacy00:13:51 - Words of Affirmation for the Solo TravelerSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time to talk Dubai! Steph recently dipped her toes into Middle Eastern culture by visiting Dubai and the Middle East for the first time. As Andrea has been a few times, we talk through out own experiences, what talk about what we loved about to Dubai, what we didn't love and ultimately... would we move there? 00:00:00 - Introduction to Dubai Experiences00:00:59 - Content Creation Retreat in Byron Bay00:02:40 - Wedding Plans in Bucharest and Castle Tours00:05:31 - Upcoming Trip to Athens00:06:30 - Discussing Dubai's Attractions and Lifestyle00:08:05 - Emirates Flight Experience00:10:14 - Tips for Using Taxis in Dubai00:11:06 - Exploring Dubai with a Local00:12:06 - Saving Money on Activities in Dubai00:13:10 - Utilising Apps for Deals in Dubai00:14:05 - Dining at the Burj Khalifa00:15:08 - Day Passes for Hotel Pools in Dubai00:16:01 - The Cost of Living and Saving Money in Dubai00:17:27 - Cultural Expectations and Dress Code in Dubai00:18:08 - Finding Deals for Desert Adventures00:19:24 - Dining at Salt Bae's Restaurant00:20:45 - The Luxury Experience in Dubai00:21:20 - Visiting Nusret and the Golden Menu00:22:54 - The Practicality of Traditional Middle Eastern Dress00:23:48 - The Diversity of Dubai's Population00:25:18 - The Business Hub of Dubai00:26:46 - Comparing Dubai to Other Middle Eastern Cultures00:28:07 - The Reality of Dubai's Opulence00:30:55 - The Appeal of Dubai for Short Visits00:31:42 - The Man-Made Nature of Dubai00:32:23 - The Fountain Show at the Burj Khalifa00:33:05 - Considering Moving to Dubai00:34:17 - The Need for Nature and Outdoor Activities00:35:09 - The Fake Aspect of Dubai00:36:41 - The Burj Khalifa and Dubai's Skyline00:38:29 - Reflecting on the First Visit to the Middle East00:39:47 - Planning Future Trips to the Middle East00:41:26 - The Desire for a Private Jet00:42:09 - The Burj Khalifa's Impressive Height00:43:09 - The Dubai Fountain Show's Frequency00:45:18 - Exploring More of the Middle East00:46:12 - The Contrast Between Dubai and Nearby CountriesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's not about the destination, it's all about the journey! Join us as we discuss travel journeys and how our travel styles have evolved during them. Everyone is starting their own travel journey at different times in their lives and in different travel styles. How we can be supportive as a travel community for everyone along their journey, wherever they may be on that path?00:05:45 Everyone's unique travel journey00:10:10 Judgment in travel destinations00:13:10 Making recommendations and judgment00:18:46 The roadmap of travel journeys00:23:37 Travel journey in 20 years00:26:11 Gen Z creating amazing content.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Etiquette00:09:14 - Discussing Seat Selection and Airline Status00:10:55 - Family Seating Dilemmas on Flights00:14:54 - Hostel Nighttime Etiquette00:19:11 - Hostel Room Sharing and Noise Consideration00:21:08 - Airline Policies on Family Seating00:26:45 - Hostel Etiquette and Late Night Returns00:29:29 - More on Hostel Room Etiquette00:32:39 - Arriving Excessively Early at the AirportSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Resolutions00:05:34 - The Power of Writing Down Goals00:06:18 - Revisiting Last Year's Travel Resolutions00:09:10 - Sailing in the Whitsundays and Travel Goals00:10:20 - Exploring Queensland and Van Life00:11:10 - Budgeting for Travel and Setting Financial Goals00:13:11 - Optimising Weekend Travel in Europe00:14:04 - Budgeting for Travel and Tracking Expenses00:16:43 - Planning for Wellness Retreats00:18:38 - Sky Barrel Accommodation Goal00:19:05 - Desire to Visit Singapore00:20:20 - Upcoming Trip to Dubai00:22:43 - Planning Business and Leisure Trips - "Bleisure"00:27:52 - The Idea of Tough Love Retreats00:30:20 - Van Life in New Zealand as a Travel Goal00:31:28 - Documenting Trips and Creating Photo Books00:32:43 - Planning for South America and the Seven WondersSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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:Learn more about DriveNow Rentals and their latest deals by clicking here. Follow DriveNow Rentals on Instagram and Facebook and be sure to turn on alerts, to be the first to know about new promotions! Join the DriveNow Rentals relocation watchlist here. Explore the Outback Queensland itineraries here. 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.
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.
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.
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 travel00:05:26 Be the change you want00:11:09 Romanticizing places can lead to disappointment00:16:34 Underwhelming experiences in travel00:22:14 Underwhelming experiences at famous museums00:27:32 Underwhelming Little Mermaid statue00:32:37 Expectations can shape our experiences00:41:15 Don't trust Instagram for travel00:45:51 Expectations vs reality in travelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.
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.
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:Tiger Safari IndiaG Adventures - Golden Triangle tourThe Yoga InstituteMystical Mumbai (Bollywood Tour)Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Journey to 100

Journey to 100

2022-09-1538:15

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/shitabroadpodTheme music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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alenka19

omg that awful bug... was covid? 👀

Oct 13th
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Laura Darnell

doing some micro-adventures in my home town/ state is a great idea!

Jan 13th
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Laura Darnell

I am so glad this was my first episode with you. I have traveled abroad solo before- the last time was unintentional- but this was the most empowering and encouraging episode I have listened to in a long time! makes me what to jump on a plane and take an adventure tomorrow!

Nov 14th
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