All the S**t I've Learned Abroad

Chasing Airline Status: Is It Worth It?

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Airline loyalty programs are supposed to reward us… but lately, they feel more complicated than ever.In this episode, Steph and Andrea break down ho...

Travel Then vs Now: The Tech That Changed Everything (2016 vs 2026)

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Remember when travelling meant printing directions, wildly gesturing instead of actually communicating, and just hoping your suitcase would show up ev...

New Year, New Travels: 2026 Travel Resolutions

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our annual New Year’s resolution episode, recorded in real time as Steph rings in 2026 in Melbourne (fireworks included) while Andrea is stil...

From Rude to Ridiculous: Unforgettable Encounters While Travelling

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Travel opens doors to amazing places, and usually, some pretty amazing people. But let's be real, not every encounter is heartwarming. Sometimes, you ...

All the Things We Didn't Plan

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Justice for Solo Travelers

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Travel Check In 2025

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 wonder...

All the S**t We Didn't Do

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 th...

Just Book the Trip

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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'...

Travel Apps to Revolutionise Your Trip Planning

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 al...

Real Time Travel Planning: Deals, Decisions and Bookings

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 rea...

New Years Travel Resolution 2025

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

Embracing the Unknown: The Thrill of No-Plan Travel

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Unveiling the Magic of Group Travel with Bruce Poon Tip of G Adventures

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

The Benefits of Making Travel a Priority in Your Life

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 prioriti...

Leveraging AI for Your Travel Planning

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 loo...

Solo Travel: How to Travel Alone and Love It

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The Seat Recline Debate

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Navigating the Impact of Social Media on our Journeys

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How does social media impact your travel experiences? Is social media ruining travel experiences or making them better? Are we too obsessed with getti...

How Love Languages Shape Our Travels

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 f...

Dubai Deep Dive: Travel Tips, Culture, and Opulent Adventures

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Andre...

Exploring Travel Journeys: Evolution and Support

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

Am I the A**hole: Travel Edition

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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, t...

New Year, New Travels: 2024 Travel Resolutions

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 actuall...

Van Life in Outback Queensland

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 i...

Upgrading your travels: When is it worth it?

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Letting Go of Insecurities When Traveling

30 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Romanticising Travel: When Reality Doesn't Meet Expectations

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

2023 Travel Check In and Lessons Learned

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 lesson...

All the Literal S**t We've Learned Abroad About Traveler's Diarrhoea

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

Travels Through India: Colours, Culture, and Chaos

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Having embarked on two very different adventures throughout India with different styles, Steph and Andrea discuss their contrasting experiences while ...

Delays, Diversions and Cancellations

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 som...

To Gift or Not to Gift: Travel Souvenirs

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Embracing Spontaneous Travel

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

2023 New Years Resolutions: Travel Edition

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 202...

How to Complain without being a Karen

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

All Inclusive Holidays and Resorts

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 b...

Journey to 100

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

2022 Travel Check In

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Optimising Your Business Trips

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Favourite Solo Travel Destinations

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about some of Steph and Andrea's personal favourite solo travel destinations, destinations they'd recommend for first time solo travels and dest...

Why Travel Makes Us Bold

07 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why are we more bold when we travel? Have you ever found yourself in a situation while home where you make a completely different decision that you wo...

Jaded Traveler Syndrome

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Travel is supposed to bring joy and a sense of adventure. So how do some find themselves traveling solely for the sake of traveling, with the joy lost...

REPLAY: Deviant Travel Heroines

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In honour of the Month of the Woman, we are bringing back this episode of four deviant travel heroines. In this special crossover episode, Steph we ar...

Cross Canada Winter Roadtrip Part 2

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on a journey across the Canadian prairies indulging in outdoor spas and unexpected indulgences mixed in with a lot of cold with some not so gr...

Cross Canada Winter Roadtrip Part 1

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on a journey dog sledding and snow shoeing through the mountains mixed in with a lot of cold with some not so great winter driving tips... bas...

2022 New Year Resolutions: Travel Edition

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

New Year, New Resolutions! Every new year is another opportunity to shine, so this week Steph and Andrea discuss their 2022 travel resolutions. What c...

Winter Travel

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For those who crave snow, love the cold weather and dream of drinking of hot apple cider or mulled wine by the fire after a day of winter activities, ...

'New Normal' Travel Planning

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As much of the world emerges from lockdowns and border closures, travelers who have been dreaming of beaches, mountains and new adventures are now loo...

How to Beat the Post-Travel Blues

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After an amazing trip, returning home to live your “normal” life can feel different. You aren't constantly on the move, you aren't discovering som...

High Vibes and Healthy Travels ft. Fran Dargaville

19 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Staying healthy while traveling is all about making healthy choices, but what does that mean beyond simply eats fresh fruits and vegetables....

This or That: Travel Edition

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In a world full of heavy news, tune in for a light-hearted travel edition of this or that/would you rather. Find out why Steph is probably going to be...

Conflict on the Road

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Conflict on the road is inevitable, so how we prepare for it and handle it can make or break friendships and relationships. Andrea and Steph discuss t...

How to Stay Grounded Part 2

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Traveling has always come with an inherent level of stress associated with it, but in a COVID and post-COVID world there are new stresses that present...

How to Stay Grounded While Traveling

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Traveling has always come with an inherent level of stress associated with it, but in a COVID and post-COVID world there are new stresses that present...

How Travel Changes You For the Better

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So many travellers will tell you "Travel changes you" ... but what does that mean? Steph and Andrea explore how their travels have changed them and if...

Our Travel Firsts

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Travel is full of 'first' experiences but what are the ones you remember the most? Sometimes these 'firsts' change the way we see the world. Other tim...

Losing Your Travel Spark

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When travel is a big part of your identity, have you lost your identity if you lose the passion to travel? Losing your spark to travel can happen at a...

"The Way" (2010) - A Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With plans to embark on their own Camino pilgrimage in 2024, Steph and Andrea review The Way (2010) and how it resonates with them, the parallels it d...

Caravan Life

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In a world of ever-increasing domestic travel, caravan sales are skyrocketing as travellers find new ways to explore the world around them. Six weeks ...

2021 New Year Resolutions: Travel Edition

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Every new year is another opportunity to shine! Steph and Andrea discuss their 2020 travel resolutions and what they can do differently and what they...

I (Definitely) Won't Be Home For Christmas - 2020 Edition

24 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is a magical time to spend with friends and family, but expats around the world who planned to return home for Christmas 2020 will now be ce...

WorldTowning

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

WorldTowning as a philosophy is the act of taking up temporary residence in foreign places and to experience day-to-day life as a local...

Sailing the Arctic ft. Brady Trautman of SV Delos

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joined by Brady Trautman of SV Delos, one of the worlds largest YouTube Sailing channels, we take you on a journey few have ever taken: sailing around...

The Future of Airline Travel: A Pilot's Perspective

27 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joined by First Officer Shaun of a major Canadian airline, get an insiders perspective on the future of air travel from border control protocols to th...

Our Favourite Travel Hacks

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Obsessed with finding travel hacks? Whether you're embarking on your first trip or are a frequent traveler, travel hacks can make you feel like an abs...

Escapism Edition: Great Ocean Road

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Come on a journey up one of the greatest road trips in the world, Great Ocean Road. Starting in Melbourne and finishing in Adelaide, this journey has ...

Travelling with Anxiety feat. If You Don't Mind Podcast

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anxiety as it relates to travel can manifest in many ways. From the fear of visiting a new, unfamiliar place to the overwhelming feeling of being some...

Escapism Edition: Dublin

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let us take you on an escape to Dublin, Ireland. Imagine it: You touch down abroad only to discover international airspace is at a standstill and you ...

Out Travel the System with Nisreene Atassi

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing you an inside look into the future of the travel industry, we're joined by travel expert Nisreene Atassi of Out Travel the System, a podcast ...

Facing Your Fears with Mike Corey of Fearless and Far

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As a Canadian adventure travel YouTuber and BBC television host, Mike Corey has been travelling the world for eight years on a global quest to challen...

Safety for Solo Female Travellers

12 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by The Worst (& Safest) Countries For Solo Female Travel in 2019, Steph and Andrea discuss the 8 factors that make up Asher & Lyric's...

How To Manage Culture Shock

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When culture shock hits, how do you deal with it? The smells, sites and an unknown language can sometimes be immediately overwhelming or become so onc...

Escapism Edition: Egypt

30 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From the markets of Cairo to the Pyramids of Giza, come join Steph and Andrea as they revisit the beauty that is Egypt. Discussing the unexpected mome...

Foreign Misconceptions

23 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you wrongly believed something from the time you were young or you simply made it up in your head at some point, there are many times while tr...

How To Make Money While Travelling

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How to make money while traveling is not something you will learn in an online course - unless you want to make money by then selling an online course...

Revenge Travel

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Revenge travel" is the trend of mass booking exorbitant or a multitude of trips, causing travel to bounce back once people emerge after weeks and mon...

Things We Miss About Travelling

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As we all develop a new appreciation for aspects of travel we not long ago took for granted, Steph and Andrea discuss what they miss most about travel...

Gay Travel feat. The Gays Are Revolting

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joined by Kyle and Mykiii of The Gays Are Revolting podcast, we talk all things travel as a gay man from their personal experiences traveling, gay tou...

Sustainable Tourism Post-COVID

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As the world presses pause on travel, now is the time to reflect on how we can travel more responsibly once travel resumes. Reframing our thoughts on ...

All the Dumb S**t We've Done As Tourists

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While Steph and Andrea always preach responsible tourism, they haven't necessarily always practised it. Sometime you have to live and learn... and lea...

Reflections of Privilege in the Travel Industry

02 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Calling out their own privileges in regard to travel, Steph and Andrea reflect on what they have learned from T-Boz, Adwoa and Mopoo over the past mon...

East African Adventures with Hekima Safaris

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on an East African adventure through Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda with Mopoo, founder of Hekima Safaris. We discuss how COVID19 has impacted Eas...

Travelling as a Black Woman

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As we continue to elevate voices from the black community for our June episodes, Adwoa Nsiah-Yeboah joins us this week to discuss what it’s like to ...

BLM and Travel feat. T-Boz of TLC

07 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

T-Boz of TLC joins us this week talking all things Black Lives Matter, the racial issues she has personally encountered growing up in the USA and whil...

The Future of the Travel Industry

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The future of the travel industry is changing right in front of our eyes and there are a lot of questions being asked about what that will look like b...

Lipp Selects: List Me Tender

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

List Me Tender is a new addition to the Lipp Media podcast network. Join two Sydney-sider, long-time friends, and thirty-somethings, June and Daph, as...

Anniversary Special: Best of Season One

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks All the Shit I've Learned Abroad's 1-year anniversary and we would not have made it this far without you! In this anniversary special,...

Travel Q&A

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week is all about the listeners and the travel questions that regularly slide into our DM's! If you want to help our podcast grow, you can subscr...

Travel Therapy

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In a grounded world, a little therapy would do us all some good. This week, Steph and Andrea undertake some traditional couples therapy with their fir...

Virtual Travel Tours

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by the Travel Zoo, the Independent and the Guardian's virtual travel guides, Steph and Andrea review virtual travel experiences to see if the...

Stranded Abroad (Pandemic Edition)

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On March 15, 2020, a national state of emergency was declared in Peru requiring a mandatory 15-day isolation period. Andrea's good friend Ian was in P...

Deviant Travel Heroines

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this special crossover episode, Steph and Andrea join forces with Alicia and Lauren of the Deviant Women Podcast to bring four travel heroines into...

Travel Bans

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the midst of COVID19, travel bans are taking place all around the world. For those whose identities are intermingled with all things travel, how do...

Photo Etiquette

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While practising social distancing, Steph and Andrea have been exploring local sites in London such as one of the the Magnificent Seven cemeteries in ...

Travel During a Pandemic: Coronavirus

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the midst of the coronavirus madness, Steph just spent 22 hours on her flight from Melbourne to London to visit Andrea. In this weeks episode, we d...

Bucket List Destinations

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Steph and Andrea discuss their ultimate bucket list destinations - the places they dream of going but have yet to venture out to. This epis...

Avoiding Travel Burnout

23 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're on a short term or long term trip, it is entirely natural to get to the point where you're just not appreciating it the way you wanted ...

Lipp Selects: If You Don't Mind

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If You Don't Mind is a new addition to the Lipp Media podcast network.Madelaine Cherrington thinks we need to start having more honest and varied conv...

Ethical Animal Encounters with Zoos Victoria

15 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most beautiful aspects of travel is the animals unique to different countries and it is because we love animals so much that leads us to wa...