Travel opens doors to amazing places, and usually, some pretty amazing people. But let's be real, not every encounter is heartwarming. Sometimes, you do meet people who are rude, shady, or just flat out awful. So in todays episode Steph and Andrea share some of those rare but unforgettable run-ins with the worst kinds of people that they've met abroad. They're not the kinds of stories you hope for, but they are the kind you never forget. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivele...
Jun 23, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 134
Have you ever landed in a new place with no plans, just your backpack and a sense of adventure, only to stumble into something incredible? A surprise street festival, a local holiday, or maybe a once a year cultural celebration that you never saw coming? Tune in as we dive into magical moments experienced abroad where no itinerary turned out to be the best plan of all! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
Jun 11, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 133
Ever felt personally victimised by a hotel charging more because you dared to travel alone? Or been awkwardly denied a two-seat table like you're some kind of pariah? SAME. In this fiery episode, Andrea and Steph wave the flag for solo adventurers everywhere. From the sky-high single supplement to being rejected by restaurant hosts for daring to dine without a plus-one, the girls share their recent solo travel wins and woes from New Zealand to South America. Expect rants, relatable stories, and ...
May 30, 2025•59 min•Season 3Ep. 132
It's time for a catch up after some amazing travel adventures! With Andrea just getting back from Brazil and Peru, checking off not one but two wonders of the world, and Steph who's been road tripping through the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand, they swap stories, share some travel tips as always and relive some of the epic, unforgettable moments they got to experience on these trips. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
May 12, 2025•58 min•Season 3Ep. 131
Let's talk all the shit we didn't see abroad! Steph and Andrea have been to some pretty amazing places around the world and in these amazing places there are plenty of famous landmarks and attractions that we didn't see while there. Now does that matter? Not at all. Because the real magic of travel isn't about the sites that you should see or the things that you should do, but in the moments that you create along the way and the memories that you make. Tune in now to hear about the beauty of tra...
Apr 18, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 130
Life is too short to wait for the perfect time, so it's time to encourage you to just book. that. trip. Money will come and go but time is finite, it's something you can't get back. So Andrea and Steph want you to pack your bags, take that leap, and let adventure be your guide. You will never regret traveling, but you will regret not going. So it's time to dive into why you should just book the trip! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad . Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Mar 23, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 129
It's time to dive into the world of travel apps. Let's face it, the app world is blowing up. If you're not using apps in your trip planning, you're already falling behind. That said, which ones are actually worth downloading? Steph and Ange talk about their favourite travel apps that make their trip planning so much easier from packing your suitcase to booking your activities and everything in between. The right app will save you time, stress and maybe even a little bit of money! Support this sh...
Feb 28, 2025•54 min•Season 3Ep. 128
In this episode of All the S**t I've Learned Abroad it's a full on planning session! With our New Years travel resolutions fresh on our. minds, we really want to make sure we get them all ticked off the list this year! So in this episode, Steph walks us through her New Zealand trip planning all in real-time. So from flights, car rental, and hostel accommodation (yes, we said hostel!) we're searching for the best deals and we're booking them as we find them. Tune in now to learn some hot tips and...
Jan 25, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 127
Happy 2025! What better way to kick off the new year than with All the S**t I've Learned Abroad's annual travel resolution episode. Join Steph Paige and Andrea Gillis as they revisit their 2024 travel resolutions to see which were actually achieved, and then let's look ahead to their 2025 travel goals and resolutions to get your inspired for your own travel journey! What will be on the list this year? Tune in to find out! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/allthestivelearnedabroad . Ho...
Jan 01, 2025•50 min•Season 3Ep. 126
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: Black Tomato's Get Lost - The Ultimate Adventure Wowcher UK's Mystery Holiday 00:00:00 - Introduction to No-Plan Travel 00:01:55 - OptimiSing Destination Wedd...
Aug 01, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 125
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 ...
Jun 24, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 124
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 an...
May 12, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 123
It's time to dive into the world of artificial intelligence, also known as AI! While still in its infancy, is becoming more popular for travellers looking to simplify their travel planning. From finding hidden gems to crafting personalised itineraries, we test out different AI prompts to help us plan for our next upcoming trips. Does it live up to the hype? Tune in to find out! 00:00:00 - Introduction to AI in Travel 00:00:40 - Andrea's Upcoming Trip to Cyprus 00:01:58 - Steph's Canceled Iran Tr...
Apr 25, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In 2024 solo travel is becoming more popular than ever, but it can still be very daunting for those who have yet to take their first solo trip. So we give you our hot tips on great things you can do while solo traveling and while your might be alone, you'll never feel lonely! 00:02:01 - Booking Flights and Work Trips 00:02:21 - Airbnb Hosting Experiences 00:12:30 - Benefits of Walking Tours 00:15:20 - Food Tours and Meeting People 00:17:42 - Dining Alone and Alternatives 00:20:11 - Market Days a...
Apr 09, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 121
This is a spicy one! Steph and Andrea get into a very intense debate... to recline or not to recline your airplane seat?! When we're flying, while we do have the option to push our seats back, is it always acceptable to do so? How long does a flight need to be before it's acceptable to recline your seat? And is it even your problem if the person behind you is too tall? Ultimately we need to ask the airlines who owns those two inches of space between the two seats? So buckle in and get ready for ...
Mar 30, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 120
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 Travel 00:05:42 - Discovering Local Spots via Social Media 00:07:47 - The Pros of Sharing Travel on So...
Mar 13, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 119
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...
Feb 28, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 118
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 Experiences 00:00:59 - Content Creation Retreat in Byron Bay 00:02:40 - Wedding Plans in Bucharest and Castle Tours 00:05:31 - Upcoming Trip to Athens ...
Feb 12, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 117
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 journey 00:10:10 Judgment in travel destinations 00:13:10 Making recommendations and jud...
Jan 30, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 116
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 Nighttim...
Jan 14, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 115
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...
Jan 01, 2024•47 min•Season 3Ep. 114
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 ...
Dec 18, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 113
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...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 112
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. [00:26:0...
Sep 30, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 111
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 R...
Aug 29, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 110
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....
Jul 23, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 109
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 p...
Jul 03, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 108
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...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 107
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 - Twi...
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 106
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 Suppor...
Feb 16, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 105
