https://simplecast.com Don't Underestimate The podcast where we tell you what you shouldn't be underestimating while travelling! 2023 Don't Underestimate Podcast en Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:00:12 +0000 https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com Don't Underestimate https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/1d7422a1-71f5-42e9-87f0-f87605a8eb90/5615c6a8-b341-47ef-81cc-5aa2cfeee2e9/3000x3000/img-3218.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com episodic The podcast where we tell you what you shouldn't be underestimating while travelling! Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter true https://feeds.simplecast.com/dR8C10Te advice, australian, backpacking, europe, hostel, tips, travel, twenties, underestimated Tamsyn Buckle dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com e3174619-af3b-4d3f-900a-88d1ab945f0b Don't Underestimate... Sailing to Panama... Or Do? Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-sailing-to-panama-or-do-lCfmCPd_ Don't Underestimate... Sailing to Panama... Or Do? Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:41:38 The sailboat from Colombia to Panama (or Panama to Colombia) is one of the most iconic, and talked about activities in Central America. But what's it really like? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know: why people choose this route, which companies to consider, and how much it actually costs. We also get into the pros… and yes, a few cons you might not expect... Tune in to find out why it was a trip highlight! Or was it?... XX The sailboat from Colombia to Panama (or Panama to Colombia) is one of the most iconic, and talked about activities in Central America. But what's it really like? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know: why people choose this route, which companies to consider, and how much it actually costs. We also get into the pros… and yes, a few cons you might not expect... Tune in to find out why it was a trip highlight! Or was it?... XX girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, panama, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, travel, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, panama sailboat, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, san blas islands, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker true full 77 737f307c-d61f-4626-8b9f-0b145af5637f Don't Underestimate... A Joint Account Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:25:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-joint-account-KhFqpnHt Don't Underestimate... A Joint Account Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:35:44 As type B travel girlies, remembering to split all of our expenses when traveling has never really been our thing... we always just found it a little annoying calculating the money we owed each other at the end of every day. On our last trip, we came up with what we think is the perfect solution to this: having a joint bank account! Turns out they're not just for married couples, they work pretty well for some girls who want their finances made simple. In this ep, we chat about why it worked so well for us, how we handled money without having a super strict budget, and a few moments on the trip where we felt very, very poor. Tune in! x As type B travel girlies, remembering to split all of our expenses when traveling has never really been our thing... we always just found it a little annoying calculating the money we owed each other at the end of every day. On our last trip, we came up with what we think is the perfect solution to this: having a joint bank account! Turns out they're not just for married couples, they work pretty well for some girls who want their finances made simple. In this ep, we chat about why it worked so well for us, how we handled money without having a super strict budget, and a few moments on the trip where we felt very, very poor. Tune in! x girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, backpackafrica travel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker true full 76 d249fba2-f719-46f1-a38a-eb32c392d93b Don't Underestimate... What Doesn't Kill You, Makes You Stronger... Mon, 2 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/don-t-underestimate-what-doesn-t-kill-you-makes-you-stronger-O3U8mu5Q Don't Underestimate... What Doesn't Kill You, Makes You Stronger... Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:33:33 When you're traveling, it's almost guaranteed that something will go wrong. Whether that's having your phone stolen, missing your bus, or having to walk 30 mins in a thunderstorm, tricky moments are to be expected. In this episode, though, we try to convince you (and ourselves) that those moments are exactly what make you stronger. Especially as female travellers, we reflect on how empowered we felt after standing up for ourselves on our last trip, and how solo travel pushed that growth even further. Tune in, and learn to embrace the crappy moments xx When you're traveling, it's almost guaranteed that something will go wrong. Whether that's having your phone stolen, missing your bus, or having to walk 30 mins in a thunderstorm, tricky moments are to be expected. In this episode, though, we try to convince you (and ourselves) that those moments are exactly what make you stronger. Especially as female travellers, we reflect on how empowered we felt after standing up for ourselves on our last trip, and how solo travel pushed that growth even further. Tune in, and learn to embrace the crappy moments xx true full 75 ff0a02de-ca59-4f50-a53e-4771a80bce05 Don't Underestimate... Caye Caulker Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:31:38 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-caye-caulker-AY9IZgDW Don't Underestimate... Caye Caulker Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:17:45 This week we’re talking about Caye Caulker in Belize, a Caribbean island that feels so different from the rest of Central America! We chat about what makes the island worth visiting, from the best food to try to the things you shouldn’t miss while you're there... a.k.a the best snorkeling of your life!! P.S. Strong piña colada recommendations also included. This week we’re talking about Caye Caulker in Belize, a Caribbean island that feels so different from the rest of Central America! We chat about what makes the island worth visiting, from the best food to try to the things you shouldn’t miss while you're there... a.k.a the best snorkeling of your life!! P.S. Strong piña colada recommendations also included. girltravelers, #longtermtravel, bellasbackpackers, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, backpackafrica travel, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker true full 74 c185a370-9e72-45d8-a735-07b660f9ac5e Don't Underestimate... The Seven Wonders... Or Do? Mon, 9 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-seven-wonders-or-do-sbaQUzr9 Don't Underestimate... The Seven Wonders... Or Do? Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:37:52 This week, we’re diving into a big one, the Seven Wonders of the World! After ticking a few more “wonders” off our list on our recent trip, we (rightfully or wrongfully) decided we might be qualified to weigh in on which ones truly deserve their spot. In this episode, we break down how the Seven Wonders were chosen, which landmarks made the official shortlist, and, of course, what would make it onto our own personal list of world wonders... Tune in! xx This week, we’re diving into a big one, the Seven Wonders of the World! After ticking a few more “wonders” off our list on our recent trip, we (rightfully or wrongfully) decided we might be qualified to weigh in on which ones truly deserve their spot. In this episode, we break down how the Seven Wonders were chosen, which landmarks made the official shortlist, and, of course, what would make it onto our own personal list of world wonders... Tune in! xx girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, greatwallofchina, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, jordan, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, sevenwonders, asia, asia, china, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, collossieum, greatwall, #hostellife, tajmahal, womenwhowander, backpackafrica travel, sevenwondersoftheworld, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, chichenizta, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, christtheredeemer, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, chichenitzq, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, adventurebackpacker, italy, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, petra, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, backpacktraveltips, india, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker true full 73 2e53baa8-3283-4b1f-b30b-2c2d786ad457 Don't Underestimate... Moving to Sydney Mon, 2 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-moving-to-sydney-9yRKq0ZT Don't Underestimate... Moving to Sydney Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:11:56 Not quite a normal ep this week, a bit more of a life update instead. Excuse the shaky voices lol, it's a bittersweet new chapter... Not quite a normal ep this week, a bit more of a life update instead. Excuse the shaky voices lol, it's a bittersweet new chapter... true full 72 56232b14-9e45-4f75-8cd2-454e32bffa63 Don't Underestimate... Local Transport Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-local-transport-m4mTGA_R Don't Underestimate... Local Transport Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:32:30 When you’re backpacking, you’re almost always chasing the cheapest way to get from A to B... and more often than not, that means jumping on local transport. It can be intimidating (especially when you don’t speak the language), but in this ep we chat about why leaning into local buses and metro systems can lead to some of the most memorable moments of a trip, giving you a real feel for the culture you’re in. From chicken buses in Central America to the iconic Dala Dala in Zanzibar, tune in to hear some of our favourite (and occasionally unhinged) local transport stories xx When you’re backpacking, you’re almost always chasing the cheapest way to get from A to B... and more often than not, that means jumping on local transport. It can be intimidating (especially when you don’t speak the language), but in this ep we chat about why leaning into local buses and metro systems can lead to some of the most memorable moments of a trip, giving you a real feel for the culture you’re in. From chicken buses in Central America to the iconic Dala Dala in Zanzibar, tune in to hear some of our favourite (and occasionally unhinged) local transport stories xx girltravelers, treehousenicuargua, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, backpackerlife, #budgettravel, ackpackingadventures, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, backpackafrica travel, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, ha giang loop, europe summer, #traveltips, #girltravelers, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #backpackersjourney, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, cayecaulker, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, turkey, #younggirlstravel, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, machupichu, allcontinents, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, daledale, #europetravel, zanzibartravel, #girlswhotravel, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, zanzibartransport, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker, zanzibar true full 71 5b04b116-2632-4183-985a-581f82d551bd Don't Underestimate... Your First Ever Backpacking Trip Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-your-first-ever-backpacking-trip-bq1pmoty-00amYdl5 Don't Underestimate... Your First Ever Backpacking Trip Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:25:14 A bit of a nostaglic ep this week... We ask ourselves, is there something about our FIRST ever backpacking trip that just hits harder than the other ones? Are we just chasing the unique first taste of freedom that we felt on that first long trip? This week, we dive into why that first experience feels so powerful, comparing it to the trips that came after. Plus, we touch on the idea of a 'once in a lifetime trip'... is there even such thing? Tune in for a reflective chat that might have you reminiscing on your own first adventure xx A bit of a nostaglic ep this week... We ask ourselves, is there something about our FIRST ever backpacking trip that just hits harder than the other ones? Are we just chasing the unique first taste of freedom that we felt on that first long trip? This week, we dive into why that first experience feels so powerful, comparing it to the trips that came after. Plus, we touch on the idea of a 'once in a lifetime trip'... is there even such thing? Tune in for a reflective chat that might have you reminiscing on your own first adventure xx girltravelers, treehousenicuargua, rio, treehouse, backpackerlife, backpackerlife, hostel, florianopolis, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, aussie travel, africa, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, africatravel, womenwhowander, backpackafrica travel, unifriend, longtravel, peru, flights, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, hostel life, ha giang loop, europe summer, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, europe, salkanty, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, cayecaulker, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, turkey, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, backpackersjourney, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, machupichu, allcontinents, backpacksouthamerica, lima, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, backpacktraveltips, jardin, budgettravel, longformtravel, tanzania, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, young travel chat true full 70 7005bab1-7e9c-4e98-a034-53262ae48ca6 Don't Underestimate... Acatenango Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-acatenango-4Eica_fb Don't Underestimate... Acatenango Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:37:15 Big ep this week! We’re chatting all about the Acatenango hike in Guatemala. Starting in Antigua, this hike is one of the most ICONIC experiences in all of Central America. We cover how it all works, how tough it really is, altitude, and what it's like doing it in off-season... If you're thinking of doing the hike soon, listen in!! xx Big ep this week! We’re chatting all about the Acatenango hike in Guatemala. Starting in Antigua, this hike is one of the most ICONIC experiences in all of Central America. We cover how it all works, how tough it really is, altitude, and what it's like doing it in off-season... If you're thinking of doing the hike soon, listen in!! xx girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, backpackafrica travel, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, acatenangobackpack, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, acatenangohike, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, acatenango hike, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker, acatenango true full 68 b9be79d8-c644-4697-8b6a-5796ef558df6 Don't Underestimate... Packing Decisions Mon, 5 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-packing-decisions-4-8uj-6v-M9hRTwbI Don't Underestimate... Packing Decisions Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:39:40 Packing for a big backpacking trip is stressful at the best of times, but make it carry-on only, with a mix of beach, hiking AND city travel... it defs gets even harder. It's safe to say that while we had some packing wins, we made quite a few decisions that we ended up regretting. In this ep, we talk through what those were, plus touch on the amount of items we ended up losing... (10 pairs of sunnies isn't that bad, right????) Packing for a big backpacking trip is stressful at the best of times, but make it carry-on only, with a mix of beach, hiking AND city travel... it defs gets even harder. It's safe to say that while we had some packing wins, we made quite a few decisions that we ended up regretting. In this ep, we talk through what those were, plus touch on the amount of items we ended up losing... (10 pairs of sunnies isn't that bad, right????) girltravelers, backpackerlife, africatravel, womenwhowander, wanderlustbackpacker, shetravels, solofemaletravel, femaletravelers, girlswhotravel, travelchicks, womenwhobackpack, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, backpackerstories, femaleadventure, adventurebackpacker, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, backpackersjourney, backpacksouthamerica, nomadlife, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, travelonabudget, backpackersoftheworld, backpacktraveltips, budgettravel, backpackinggirls true full 67 21cb0b7a-f2b8-496d-a32c-99e6549565b6 Don't Underestimate... Rio De Janeiro Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-rio-de-janeiro-AYDXMG78 Don't Underestimate... Rio De Janeiro Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:40:43 Today we're talking about what has got to be one of the best cities in the world, Rio! With it's incredible beaches, beautiful mountains and vibrant culture, Rio quickly became a trip highlight for us. In this ep, we catch you up on what our fav things to do in Rio were, the iconic landmarks you've got to hit, and what the nightlife, food, and hostel scenes are actually like. ...There might be a small risk you’ll be on D'EDGE of booking a flight straight there by the end xx Today we're talking about what has got to be one of the best cities in the world, Rio! With it's incredible beaches, beautiful mountains and vibrant culture, Rio quickly became a trip highlight for us. In this ep, we catch you up on what our fav things to do in Rio were, the iconic landmarks you've got to hit, and what the nightlife, food, and hostel scenes are actually like. ...There might be a small risk you’ll be on D'EDGE of booking a flight straight there by the end xx girltravelers, #longtermtravel, ipanema, adventure travel, and what the nightlife, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, travel podcast, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, rio quickly became a trip highlight for us. in this ep, the iconic landmarks you've got to hit, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, beach culture, florianopolis, rio! with it's incredible beaches, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, brazil travel, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, backpackafrica travel, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, south america travel, argentina, favela views, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, hostel life, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, food, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, copacabana beach, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, solo travel, hikeguatemala, brazilian food, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, backpackerstories, hostel tips, christ the redeemer, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, girls who travel, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, culture, we catch you up on what our fav things to do in rio were, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, samba, northamerica, budget travel, sugarloaf mountain, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, travel tips, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, copacabana, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, travel, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, beaches, #aussietravelers, digital nomads, today we're talking about what has got to be one of the best cities in the world, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, nightlife, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, rio de janeiro, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, beautiful mountains and vibrant culture, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, travel stories, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, city guide, mexico, first time hostel, and hostel scene are actually like. consider this a practical guide to rio… with a small risk you’ll be on d'edge of booking a flight straight there by the end xx, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, ipanema beach, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker, street life true full 64 a07a63b5-0680-43d9-bda9-248e8e9f54ed Don't Underestimate... Overnight Buses Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:30:04 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-overnight-busses-c_SMRjwv Don't Underestimate... Overnight Buses Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:39:36 This week we're giving a bit more insight to overnight buses beyond Europe! On our last trip, we took plenty of overnight busses through South and Central America, and also one in Africa. We break down how they compare to overnight buses in Europe and Asia, share which ones were in our favs, and unpack a few nightmare stories along the way… mostly involving Molly not sleeping at all, and Tam getting about 10 hours x This week we're giving a bit more insight to overnight buses beyond Europe! On our last trip, we took plenty of overnight busses through South and Central America, and also one in Africa. We break down how they compare to overnight buses in Europe and Asia, share which ones were in our favs, and unpack a few nightmare stories along the way… mostly involving Molly not sleeping at all, and Tam getting about 10 hours x girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, travel, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker true full 63 5690edfe-146c-40db-80b5-767a45c5c617 Don't Underestimate... Safety in South America Tue, 9 Dec 2025 10:55:35 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-safety-in-south-america-9QpMIwuu Don't Underestimate... Safety in South America Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:40:24 The ol' “Did you feel safe in South America?” question — it's a tale as old as time. Honestly, we asked everyone we knew before we left! So this week, we’re diving into how safe we actually felt while traveling the continent, the little things we did to stay confident, and yes… a few horror stories that definitely shook us along the way. The ol' “Did you feel safe in South America?” question — it's a tale as old as time. Honestly, we asked everyone we knew before we left! So this week, we’re diving into how safe we actually felt while traveling the continent, the little things we did to stay confident, and yes… a few horror stories that definitely shook us along the way. girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussie travel, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, africatravel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, hikeguatemala, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, guatemala, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, hostel tips, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, travel, backpacksouthamerica, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, elriohostel, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpackafrica #travelpodcast, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, tanzania, #unimate, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker false full 62 935a086e-96c3-4cb4-a84a-ace469f30299 Don't Underestimate... 5 Continents Mon, 1 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-5-continents-BLEqjiCc Don't Underestimate... 5 Continents Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:38:41 Hi, and welcome to a new era of the pod! <3 We haven’t posted in a few months - but we have a pretty good excuse. We’ve just returned from a 7-month backpacking trip, where we somehow squeezed in around 18 countries across 5 different continents. In this episode, we chat through how our route ended up being so all over the place…From South America to Africa, we tell you where exactly we went and why, and touch on what it’s like being home. Stick around - we’re back to regular weekly posting and are super excited for what we’ve got planned xx Hi, and welcome to a new era of the pod! <3 We haven’t posted in a few months - but we have a pretty good excuse. We’ve just returned from a 7-month backpacking trip, where we somehow squeezed in around 18 countries across 5 different continents. In this episode, we chat through how our route ended up being so all over the place…From South America to Africa, we tell you where exactly we went and why, and touch on what it’s like being home. Stick around - we’re back to regular weekly posting and are super excited for what we’ve got planned xx girltravelers, #longtermtravel, treehousenicuargua, travelstories, #travelbuddy, #europebackpacking, #europesummer, #perutravel, rio, #northamericatravel, treehouse, flixbustravel, #youngtravelchat, backpackerlife, traveltips, #wanderlustlife, #budgettravel, hostel, florianopolis, colombiatravel, #adventuregirls, #nomadlife, #femaletravelers, amazon, elsalvadortravel, travelbuddy, flixbus, #solobackpacking, aussietravelers, aussie travel, hosteltips, #digitalnomads, africa, #asiatravel, young girls travel advice, asia, travelpodcast, paraty, #backpackingadventures, #southamericatravel, salkantaytrek, africatravel, firsttimehostel, #hostellife, womenwhowander, #nicaraguatravel, unifriend, #flixbustravel, #epicadventures, longtravel, #elsalvadortravel, peru, flights, #backpacking, argentina, elparedon, sailboat, travel advice, #backpackerlife, #globetrotters, ha giang loop, europe summer, #femaleadventure, #traveltips, #girltravelers, #travelchicks, #aussietravel, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, #travelbackpacking, #travelcommunity, #backpackersjourney, #backpackinggirls, shetravels, brazil, mexicotravel, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, actintangao, girlswhotravel, nicaragua, salento, #aussiegirls, south america, travelchicks, young travel, namibia, worldtravel, braziltravel, hikeguatemala, aroundtheworld, womenwhobackpack, #womenwhowander, #travelonabudget, wanderlustlife, #belizetravel, #argentinatravel, europe, salkanty, #hosteltips, youngtravel, youngtravelchat, #braziltravel, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, europetravel, young chat, guatemala, longtermtravel, southamerica, #salkantaytrek, #wanderlustbackpacker, differentcontinents, backpackerstories, traveljournal, hostel tips, younggirlstravel, argentinatravel, riohostel, #unifriend, cayecaulker, casualtravel, #casualtravel, #worldtravel, femaleadventure, bogota, fuego, adventurebackpacker, #backpackandexplore, #backpackerstories, #hagiangloop, adventuretravel, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, #friendtravel, turkey, #younggirlstravel, #shetravels, northamerica, aussie travelers, colombiatopanama, #budgetflights, #travelpodcast, backpackersjourney, #africatravel, digitalnomads, #sevenmonthtrip, palomino, iguasufalls, cotinents, #adventuretravel, machupichu, allcontinents, travel, backpacksouthamerica, budgetflights, lima, #mexicotravel, #aussietravelers, kenya, nomadlife, greece, info on how to travel, #colombiatravel, globetrotters, adventuregirls, northamericatravel, europebackpacking, backpackafrica, hostellife, #youngtravel, el salvador, saopaulo, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, nicaraguatravel, elriohostel, aussiegirls, perutravel, casual, epicadventures, colombia, #backpacksouthamerica, #girlswithbackpacks, #backpackersoftheworld, cusco, aussiebackpacker, backpacking stories, backpacking, traveladvice, backpackersoftheworld, #backpackafrica, backpacktraveltips, #aroundtheworld, #aussiebackpacker, #europetravel, #traveljournal, europesummer, #girlswhotravel, #travelstories, #traveladvice, sevenmonthtrip, belizetravel, jardin, #womenwhobackpack, budgettravel, #backpacktraveltips, longformtravel, aussietravel, tanzania, hagiangloop, backpackingstories, #unimate, travelcommunity, #firsttimehostel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, asiatravel, mexico, first time hostel, #backpackingstories, #solofemaletravel, young travel chat, #adventurebackpacker true full 60 9843b9f9-a824-43d3-bc81-14ae93b365da Introducing... Don't Underestimate Mon, 1 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/introducing-dont-underestimate-eGGEv5NU Introducing... Don't Underestimate Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:03:38 Welcome to Don’t Underestimate! The podcast where we tell you what you shouldn’t underestimate about travel. Here’s an updated intro to our travel podcast. If you want silly backpacking stories, info on how to travel and why you should, you’re in the right place xx Welcome to Don’t Underestimate! The podcast where we tell you what you shouldn’t underestimate about travel. Here’s an updated intro to our travel podcast. If you want silly backpacking stories, info on how to travel and why you should, you’re in the right place xx girltravelers, backpackerlife, hostel, travelbuddy, flixbus, aussie travel, young girls travel advice, asia, africatravel, womenwhowander, unifriend, nicuargua, peru, flights, argentina, travel advice, ha giang loop, europe summer, wanderlustbackpacker, belize, shetravels, brazil, solofemaletravel, europe backpacking, femaletravelers, girlswhotravel, south america, travelchicks, young travel, womenwhobackpack, europe, salkanty, backpackingadventures, solobackpacking, young chat, backpackerstories, hostel tips, femaleadventure, adventurebackpacker, southamericatravel, girlswithbackpacks, unimate, aussie backpacker, aussie travelers, backpackersjourney, travel, backpacksouthamerica, nomadlife, info on how to travel, adventuregirls, backpackafrica, el salvador, travelbackpacking, backpackandexplore, north america, travelonabudget, aussiegirls, casual, colombia, backpacking stories, backpacking, backpackersoftheworld, backpacktraveltips, budgettravel, backpackinggirls, friendtravel, mexico, first time hostel, young travel chat false trailer 4ebcbd2c-c4b5-48a3-8b89-b6a78519745c Don't Underestimate... Altitude Sickness Wed, 2 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-altitude-sickness-cZh4vuLa Don't Underestimate... Altitude Sickness Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:27:39 We are coming to you (very much not live) from South America! More specifically, we recorded this episode in Cusco, Peru after a full day of rainbow mountains, questionable car rides, jet lag and altitude sickness. This was a few weeks ago now, but better late than never. While we won't promise regular episodes while away, keep listening for sporadic travel diaries from on the road! We are coming to you (very much not live) from South America! More specifically, we recorded this episode in Cusco, Peru after a full day of rainbow mountains, questionable car rides, jet lag and altitude sickness. This was a few weeks ago now, but better late than never. While we won't promise regular episodes while away, keep listening for sporadic travel diaries from on the road! travel podcast, south america, travel hacks, aussie backpacker, travel, backpacking true full 59 30c7d10d-88f8-48d3-bcd2-36e6d0a87042 Don't Underestimate... The Planning Diaries Fri, 21 Feb 2025 23:23:49 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-planning-diaries-u7yqAadg Don't Underestimate... The Planning Diaries Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:23:31 To plan or not to plan, that is the question we are facing right now as our South America trip fast approaches. While we have made some progress in terms of booking tours and accommodation, we're unsure of how organised we should actually be. Listen in for a long-winded chat about planning, from two girls who honestly hate to plan. To plan or not to plan, that is the question we are facing right now as our South America trip fast approaches. While we have made some progress in terms of booking tours and accommodation, we're unsure of how organised we should actually be. Listen in for a long-winded chat about planning, from two girls who honestly hate to plan. aussie travel, travel hacks, aussie backpacker, travel tips, travel, backpacking, travel songs true full 58 6981b133-da75-4bb5-8973-6a603e99ecd6 Don't Underestimate... Travel Back In The Day Pt. 2 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-travel-back-in-the-day-pt-2-VBaqgRZ7 Don't Underestimate... Travel Back In The Day Pt. 2 Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:27:03 We loved last weeks episode so much, we decided we wanted more! In this ep, strap yourself in for more stories from Tam's legendary parents, who tell us more about what their Euro backpacking trip was like in '97. It may or may not have made us lazy girls appreciate the technology we have now... We loved last weeks episode so much, we decided we wanted more! In this ep, strap yourself in for more stories from Tam's legendary parents, who tell us more about what their Euro backpacking trip was like in '97. It may or may not have made us lazy girls appreciate the technology we have now... camping, hostel, aussie travel, euro summer, yapping, europe camping, travel advice, backpacker tips, yap, solo travel, europe, travelers, euro girls trip, girl chat, travel hacks, summer, girl yap, aussie backpacker, euro trip, travel in 90s, travel, music, backpacking, girl travel, girl travel advice, technology true full 57 74691ec9-250d-403b-84a2-a3dde9b85f9f Don't Underestimate... Travel Back In The Day Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:13:34 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-travel-back-in-the-day-k5n4ugMF Don't Underestimate... Travel Back In The Day Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:35:08 Buckle up, we're taking you back to the 90s for a deep dive into what it was like to travel before iPhones and the internet. It's something that we've been curious about for some time, so we decided to ask our parents all of our burning questions, like how on earth did they book a flight without Skyscanner??? Let's just say this ep made us more grateful for our generation. Buckle up, we're taking you back to the 90s for a deep dive into what it was like to travel before iPhones and the internet. It's something that we've been curious about for some time, so we decided to ask our parents all of our burning questions, like how on earth did they book a flight without Skyscanner??? Let's just say this ep made us more grateful for our generation. young girls travel advice, travel hacks, aussie backpacker, backpack, backpacking tips, travel, backpacking, travel songs true full 56 171f8db2-a3dd-4ad5-8945-1c35da39d180 Don't Underestimate... El Nido Fri, 17 Jan 2025 22:58:45 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-el-nido-PTjthl6J Don't Underestimate... El Nido Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:17:15 If you haven't heard of El Nido, let us introduce you. A picturesque, beachside town on the island of Palawan the Philippines, it is one of the great backpacking destinations. Listen now to hear our take on what to see, do and eat there! If you haven't heard of El Nido, let us introduce you. A picturesque, beachside town on the island of Palawan the Philippines, it is one of the great backpacking destinations. Listen now to hear our take on what to see, do and eat there! backpacker tips, travel hacks, aussie backpacker, backpack, travel, backpacking, travel songs true full 55 e9835431-9eee-4788-9071-8dc7e2f634cb Don't Underestimate... A Big Decision Fri, 10 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-big-decision-LOY12fpt Don't Underestimate... A Big Decision Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:23:52 Happy new year! We are kicking off 2025 with a slightly chaotic chat about a big decision we've just made about our trip. Please excuse the high levels of stress throughout the episode. Enjoy xx Happy new year! We are kicking off 2025 with a slightly chaotic chat about a big decision we've just made about our trip. Please excuse the high levels of stress throughout the episode. Enjoy xx travel hacks, aussie backpacker, travel, backpacking, travelling, travel songs true full 54 4c5a216f-8378-4431-8e03-28c8158c0a19 Don't Underestimate... Check-In Or Carry-On Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-check-in-or-carry-on-9cPmpWMK Don't Underestimate... Check-In Or Carry-On Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:41:06 The decision to go for check-in or carry-on luggage in South America is looming, and we're undecided. This week we chat through all the pros and cons of both options in a discussion that probably just confused us both more. Enjoy! The decision to go for check-in or carry-on luggage in South America is looming, and we're undecided. This week we chat through all the pros and cons of both options in a discussion that probably just confused us both more. Enjoy! travel, backpacking true full 53 9345d901-24de-489e-8d78-2d60f39390d9 Don't Underestimate... Near Death Experiences Sat, 14 Dec 2024 07:10:07 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-near-death-experiences-hQ1Vhx4C Don't Underestimate... Near Death Experiences Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:43:24 Staying safe is sometimes easier said than done while travelling. Unexpected situations can arise very suddenly, leading to some, yes, 'near death experiences'. This week, Tamsyn shares a story from her recent trip to the Philippines which illustrates this quite well. Staying safe is sometimes easier said than done while travelling. Unexpected situations can arise very suddenly, leading to some, yes, 'near death experiences'. This week, Tamsyn shares a story from her recent trip to the Philippines which illustrates this quite well. travel, backpacking true full 52 9db5085a-bc83-4153-8cc3-0b4fb530c117 Don't Underestimate... A Budget for a Six-Month Long Trip Sat, 7 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-budget-for-a-six-month-long-trip-4AB1ofjm Don't Underestimate... A Budget for a Six-Month Long Trip Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:32:51 On Don’t Underestimate, we like to be pretty open about money. This week, we’re chatting about the figure we’re trying to save for our 6 month South America and Europe trip. We’re talking about the randomness in coming up with the amount, how money provides flexibility and how one of us might be quite far off the saving goal… On Don’t Underestimate, we like to be pretty open about money. This week, we’re chatting about the figure we’re trying to save for our 6 month South America and Europe trip. We’re talking about the randomness in coming up with the amount, how money provides flexibility and how one of us might be quite far off the saving goal… budget, south america, backpack tups, budget backpacking, budgeting, travel, money, young aussie travel, backpackng true full 51 5efaf933-215a-4c61-b8e0-61a28c40b761 Don't Underestimate... A Cheeky South East Asia Holiday Sat, 30 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-cheeky-south-east-asia-holiday-KXE2G_ea Don't Underestimate... A Cheeky South East Asia Holiday Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:28:04 We all love a cheeky South East Asia trip, so that’s exactly what we’re doing! This time, we’re doing separate trips. We talk all things traveling with friends vs traveling with fam, why we love a short, slay trip and what our expectations for each other are… P.S. After the recent events in Laos, a reminder to stay safe in South East Asia. Sending our sympathies to the families and friends of the victims of this heartbreaking tragedy xx We all love a cheeky South East Asia trip, so that’s exactly what we’re doing! This time, we’re doing separate trips. We talk all things traveling with friends vs traveling with fam, why we love a short, slay trip and what our expectations for each other are… P.S. After the recent events in Laos, a reminder to stay safe in South East Asia. Sending our sympathies to the families and friends of the victims of this heartbreaking tragedy xx hostel, manilla, bali, europe, backpack, travel true full 50 11457d82-745b-4352-8b4a-c6574d4f6f51 Don't Underestimate... Season 2 Fri, 22 Nov 2024 23:51:20 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-season-2-lPQz_JcO Don't Underestimate... Season 2 Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:24:27 We are officially Rio bound! Flights have been booked, jobs have been quit and spirits have been raised. Our South America trip is fast approaching and we cannot wait to record all the chaos to come on the pod. As a result, we've decided (cause we make the rules) that this is the beginning of Don't Underestimate Season 2. Enjoy some ramble from us to celebrate a new era! We are officially Rio bound! Flights have been booked, jobs have been quit and spirits have been raised. Our South America trip is fast approaching and we cannot wait to record all the chaos to come on the pod. As a result, we've decided (cause we make the rules) that this is the beginning of Don't Underestimate Season 2. Enjoy some ramble from us to celebrate a new era! travel, backpacking true full 49 97a5cb36-4213-403e-857c-6903418ece66 Don't Underestimate... Vienna Mon, 9 Sep 2024 12:15:21 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-vienna-0IUFJdeW Don't Underestimate... Vienna Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:23:44 This week we're talking all about the beautiful city of Vienna! We tell you all about how we were OBSESSED with its peaceful vibe, and how it's a must-do euro destination all year round. It's true what they say... Vienna waits for you! <3 This week we're talking all about the beautiful city of Vienna! We tell you all about how we were OBSESSED with its peaceful vibe, and how it's a must-do euro destination all year round. It's true what they say... Vienna waits for you! <3 vienna, hostel, aussie travel, young girls travel advice, europe, girl europe trip, aussie festivals, euro trip, backpack, aussie travelers, backpacking tips, europe trip, backpack europe, girl trip, backpacking, austria true full 48 57ffcb76-38ed-4bc5-95ea-3979c07b4b4b Don't Underestimate... Good Supermarkets Sat, 17 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-good-supermarkets-DnZqm9MG Don't Underestimate... Good Supermarkets Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:28:36 When you're traveling, supermarkets often become your second home. Whether you're grabbing a quick snack or crafting a cheap dinner from local dips, meats, and cheeses, those overseas supermarkets become both essential AND iconic. In this ep, we dive into our fav supermarkets from the places we've visited, the most memorable snacks we came across, and how not being able to read the packaging really can make the experience all the more interesting... When you're traveling, supermarkets often become your second home. Whether you're grabbing a quick snack or crafting a cheap dinner from local dips, meats, and cheeses, those overseas supermarkets become both essential AND iconic. In this ep, we dive into our fav supermarkets from the places we've visited, the most memorable snacks we came across, and how not being able to read the packaging really can make the experience all the more interesting... europe travel, hostel, young girls travel advice, spainish supermarket, euro summer, girl euro trip, travel advice, europe summer, europe, lidl, hostel tips, euro travel, travel food, aussie backpacker, euro trip, backpacking tips, travel, young girls travel, europe trip, backpacking, young girls backpacking, first time hostel true full 47 ad71ba24-b571-4ece-8cd1-26015ef93047 Don't Underestimate... Low Expectations Sat, 3 Aug 2024 06:11:48 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-low-expectations-i5X7sT0_ Don't Underestimate... Low Expectations Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:31:51 This week we bring you a mindset hack to travel, and maybe even life, that has time and time again served us well. It's pretty easy to get caught up in the idea and fantasy of a destination before you even step foot into the airport, but what if we all just lowered our expectations? This week we bring you a mindset hack to travel, and maybe even life, that has time and time again served us well. It's pretty easy to get caught up in the idea and fantasy of a destination before you even step foot into the airport, but what if we all just lowered our expectations? europe, travel, backpacking true full 46 e38914ea-2388-49db-b23c-c18571948a63 Don't Underestimate... Slovenia Sat, 13 Jul 2024 11:22:24 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-slovenia-f7D4PBJa Don't Underestimate... Slovenia Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:26:34 This week we are mentally in Slovenia (anywhere but cold Melbourne pls). With Slovenia surely on many travel bucket lists this Europe summer, Molly is talking us through all her biggest recommendations! From an eventful night out in Ljubljana, to all that Lake Bled has to offer, listen now to be transported to this stunning part of the world xx This week we are mentally in Slovenia (anywhere but cold Melbourne pls). With Slovenia surely on many travel bucket lists this Europe summer, Molly is talking us through all her biggest recommendations! From an eventful night out in Ljubljana, to all that Lake Bled has to offer, listen now to be transported to this stunning part of the world xx australia, slovenia, travel, backpacking true full 45 630de0b2-08f2-483c-a32d-2e54804b3125 Don't Underestimate... Choosing Your Travel Buddy Sat, 29 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-choosing-your-travel-buddy-jqN_L1Vu Don't Underestimate... Choosing Your Travel Buddy Tamsyn Buckle 00:33:43 Deciding who to travel with can be a bit of a tricky ordeal. Do you bring your bestie? Or should you go with someone you just met? In this ep, we bring to you our advice for choosing who to travel with, plus some few nightmare scenarios to go with it xx Deciding who to travel with can be a bit of a tricky ordeal. Do you bring your bestie? Or should you go with someone you just met? In this ep, we bring to you our advice for choosing who to travel with, plus some few nightmare scenarios to go with it xx true full 44 e49189bc-de69-4e43-be6f-9ec5cdfa19d0 Don't Underestimate... Our Return Fri, 14 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-our-return-SsKCRhIN Don't Underestimate... Our Return Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:39:16 WE ARE BACK! Our deepest apologies for the prolonged break, but never fear we have returned. In this ep, get an insight into our brains right now re: all things travel plans, plus a DU hard launch (kind of). Enjoy xx WE ARE BACK! Our deepest apologies for the prolonged break, but never fear we have returned. In this ep, get an insight into our brains right now re: all things travel plans, plus a DU hard launch (kind of). Enjoy xx europe, travel, backpacking true full 43 ea3085e4-b873-41e1-982e-9e86478a54a2 Don't Underestimate... The Shit Parts of Travel Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:35:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-shit-parts-of-travel-S9PUHctD Don't Underestimate... The Shit Parts of Travel Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:29:10 Normally on this podcast, ALL we do is hype up traveling. But today, we felt like having a bit of a whinge. Everything has its shit parts, and backpacking is no exception. From packing and repacking your bag 100000000 times, to trying to navigate a brand new train system in a brand new language every second day, it's exhausting work! So, if you feel like listening to two girls who LOVE travel complain about it like their life depends on it, then settle in... Normally on this podcast, ALL we do is hype up traveling. But today, we felt like having a bit of a whinge. Everything has its shit parts, and backpacking is no exception. From packing and repacking your bag 100000000 times, to trying to navigate a brand new train system in a brand new language every second day, it's exhausting work! So, if you feel like listening to two girls who LOVE travel complain about it like their life depends on it, then settle in... backpacking europe, hostel, asia, travel advice, advice, language, europe, travel tips, travel, two girls backpacking, backpacking, girls trip, repacking, travel world, packing true full 42 df401093-4026-477b-80e3-e5be188be1bb Don't Underestimate... Workaway Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:35:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-workaway-OuNxPMy4 Don't Underestimate... Workaway Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:35:55 Spending over 2 weeks on a remote island off the coast of Scotland... What could go wrong? This week Tam tells us all about her experience doing a 'workaway,' where she volunteered to do manual labour in exchange for free accom and food on a tiny island in Scotland. She gives us all the tips on what to look for in a workaway, why you should (maybe) look for workaways with reviews and how a workaway can be a lifesaver when it comes to budgeting a long trip... Tune in and don't forget to check out our Instagram @dontunderestimatepodcast for pics <3 Spending over 2 weeks on a remote island off the coast of Scotland... What could go wrong? This week Tam tells us all about her experience doing a 'workaway,' where she volunteered to do manual labour in exchange for free accom and food on a tiny island in Scotland. She gives us all the tips on what to look for in a workaway, why you should (maybe) look for workaways with reviews and how a workaway can be a lifesaver when it comes to budgeting a long trip... Tune in and don't forget to check out our Instagram @dontunderestimatepodcast for pics <3 europe travel, hostel, hostels, young girls travel advice, travel advice, workaway, travel hacks, aussie travelers, travel, girl trip, backpacking, young girl travel, uk travel, scotland true full 41 a748a0df-100c-4789-87e1-3c59dfd47406 Don't Underestimate... the 9 to 5 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 23:35:33 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-9-to-5-3vmBXLZr Don't Underestimate... the 9 to 5 Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:28:00 Welcome to a very special episode where we let you in to our late night car chats. Expect ramble and slightly poor audio but hopefully a semi-interesting discussion (maybe) about entering the wonderful world of 9 to 5 work. After travelling, going back to work can be a shock to the system - in fact it 'sucks ya,' according to Molly - but listen in to hear us try convince ourselves it's all about mindset. Welcome to a very special episode where we let you in to our late night car chats. Expect ramble and slightly poor audio but hopefully a semi-interesting discussion (maybe) about entering the wonderful world of 9 to 5 work. After travelling, going back to work can be a shock to the system - in fact it 'sucks ya,' according to Molly - but listen in to hear us try convince ourselves it's all about mindset. travel, backpacking true full 40 f8171d78-0dbd-4c53-8daa-6afc761f7e81 Don't Underestimate... Saying Goodbye Sun, 4 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-saying-goodbye-XAL7e_JO Don't Underestimate... Saying Goodbye Tamsyn Buckle 00:29:35 Whether it's saying goodbye to your besties after a three-week holiday, or saying goodbye to random's you met in a hostel that you're convinced you'll be friends with forever... saying goodbye is an emotional ordeal! This week we delve into the many difficult times we said goodbye on our travels. We tell you how we bawled our eyes out for a whole day after leaving each other on our trip, and explain why we think that hostel friendships are some of the most unique. Plus, we cover why following those random people you meet overseas on a night out on Instagram, really is a ticket for keeping up with their mundane lives on the other side of the world forever... Whether it's saying goodbye to your besties after a three-week holiday, or saying goodbye to random's you met in a hostel that you're convinced you'll be friends with forever... saying goodbye is an emotional ordeal! This week we delve into the many difficult times we said goodbye on our travels. We tell you how we bawled our eyes out for a whole day after leaving each other on our trip, and explain why we think that hostel friendships are some of the most unique. Plus, we cover why following those random people you meet overseas on a night out on Instagram, really is a ticket for keeping up with their mundane lives on the other side of the world forever... true full 39 f49d25eb-3301-47b4-b599-a88d3430a133 Don't Underestimate... Aussie vs Europe Festivals Sun, 21 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-aussie-vs-europe-festivals-U4h_Jvsf Don't Underestimate... Aussie vs Europe Festivals Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:32:43 Ahhh festival season... there's nothing else like it. We just got back from an NYE festival here in Aus and had the absolute best time! Dancing, having zero service, and surviving off nothing but Peanut Butter and Corn Thins really got us thinking about just how different our experience was when we went to a festival in Europe. In today's ep, we compare Aussie festivals to the ones in Europe. Both are very different - but is there one that's better? Tune in to find out! <3 Ahhh festival season... there's nothing else like it. We just got back from an NYE festival here in Aus and had the absolute best time! Dancing, having zero service, and surviving off nothing but Peanut Butter and Corn Thins really got us thinking about just how different our experience was when we went to a festival in Europe. In today's ep, we compare Aussie festivals to the ones in Europe. Both are very different - but is there one that's better? Tune in to find out! <3 nye festival, backpacker tips, europe festival, aussie festivals, tomorrow land, aussie backpacker, btv, festival prep, travel, sziget, backpacking, pitch true full 38 e163ca39-2183-400e-bea1-d5b94a9a4e14 Don't Underestimate... The Ha Giang Loop Fri, 5 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-ha-giang-loop-UxKWVgdD Don't Underestimate... The Ha Giang Loop Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:23:57 A three-day motorbike loop through the mountains of Nothern Vietnam? Yesss pleaseeee! This week we're talking about the incredible experience that is the Ha Giang Loop. From the JAW-DROPPING scenery, to the most memorable karaoke nights, we walk you through exactly what to expect and tell you why this journey is hyped up among the backpackers for a bloody good reason! We also touch on our safety concerns and explain why deciding to do the Loop was a little scary, especially so last minute... Don't worry, it was safe Mum and Dad!! (Mostly) A three-day motorbike loop through the mountains of Nothern Vietnam? Yesss pleaseeee! This week we're talking about the incredible experience that is the Ha Giang Loop. From the JAW-DROPPING scenery, to the most memorable karaoke nights, we walk you through exactly what to expect and tell you why this journey is hyped up among the backpackers for a bloody good reason! We also touch on our safety concerns and explain why deciding to do the Loop was a little scary, especially so last minute... Don't worry, it was safe Mum and Dad!! (Mostly) ha giang loop, advice, vietnam travel, asia backpacking, backpacker, travel, young girls travel, asia travel, backpacking asia, motorbike safety, asia trip, motorbike true full 37 ff85c921-c603-495d-9c39-816f419479c9 Don't Underestimate... The Soundtrack to your Trip Sat, 23 Dec 2023 03:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-soundtrack-to-your-trip-RdwAQyL_ Don't Underestimate... The Soundtrack to your Trip Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:22:48 You know those songs that you listen to that just take you straight back to the feeling of travel, or an exact moment in a big trip? Yeah. We have a few of those. In our last ep of the year, we give you a glimpse into our favourite travel songs and playlists and tell you why curating your own is an absolute must. PLUS, we have a bit of a chat about 2023, and delve into our fav eps and moments doing the pod this year <3 You know those songs that you listen to that just take you straight back to the feeling of travel, or an exact moment in a big trip? Yeah. We have a few of those. In our last ep of the year, we give you a glimpse into our favourite travel songs and playlists and tell you why curating your own is an absolute must. PLUS, we have a bit of a chat about 2023, and delve into our fav eps and moments doing the pod this year <3 long europe trip, young girls travel advice, travel advice, advice, backpacker tips, young travel, girl europe trip, girls, 2023, aussie backpacker, backpacking tips, travel tips, travel, europe trip, girl trip, backpacking, travel songs true full 36 2fe0bada-5765-440e-97b0-d6d375e5c8a1 Don't Underestimate... Melbourne Fri, 15 Dec 2023 23:40:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-melbourne-49ya_a0I Don't Underestimate... Melbourne Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:41:38 It's not every day you talk about your home city on a travel podcast... But this week we're doing just that! In this (slightly longer) ep, we give you all our recs on what to do in Melbourne, where to go, and what to expect. Strap yourselves in a slight bit of civic pride and a touch of coffee snobbery... We couldn't help ourselves :) <3 It's not every day you talk about your home city on a travel podcast... But this week we're doing just that! In this (slightly longer) ep, we give you all our recs on what to do in Melbourne, where to go, and what to expect. Strap yourselves in a slight bit of civic pride and a touch of coffee snobbery... We couldn't help ourselves :) <3 advice, girls, travel, melbourne true full 35 90809cc0-81db-4448-bff3-2d07e6b2fdb3 Don't Underestimate... Tripadvisor Cheap Eats Sun, 10 Dec 2023 09:25:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-tripadvisor-cheap-eats-NpsGh0fg Don't Underestimate... Tripadvisor Cheap Eats Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:29:02 Ah the age-old question, 'what should we eat'? It's something you never stop asking yourself, especially when you're scrabbling for food that's within your budget while backpacking. Today we present to you a solution - Tripadvisor Cheap Eats. When you're stuck on what to eat, a quick search on Tripadvisor really can save the day. We chat about this, and all things eating out, preparing meals, and feeling guilty about spending money on food in this ep of D.U! <3<3 Ah the age-old question, 'what should we eat'? It's something you never stop asking yourself, especially when you're scrabbling for food that's within your budget while backpacking. Today we present to you a solution - Tripadvisor Cheap Eats. When you're stuck on what to eat, a quick search on Tripadvisor really can save the day. We chat about this, and all things eating out, preparing meals, and feeling guilty about spending money on food in this ep of D.U! <3<3 young, travel advice, advice, cheap eats, girls, travel hacks, travel tips, travel, tripadvisor, backpacking false full 34 59896542-b551-4a3f-9b63-f1705a74c554 Don't Underestimate...the places we wouldn't go back to Fri, 1 Dec 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimatethe-places-we-wouldnt-go-back-to-MPPoEQet Don't Underestimate...the places we wouldn't go back to Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:36:46 It's a classic backpacker conversation that's probably happening right now in thousands of hostel kitchens and dorm rooms - what are the place you wouldn't go back to? Of course it's completely subjective, but we thought we'd share our list! From big cities to slightly more obscure towns, we've got a few... so listen in and tell us if you agree xx It's a classic backpacker conversation that's probably happening right now in thousands of hostel kitchens and dorm rooms - what are the place you wouldn't go back to? Of course it's completely subjective, but we thought we'd share our list! From big cities to slightly more obscure towns, we've got a few... so listen in and tell us if you agree xx europe, travel, backpacking true full 33 2bc37aa2-c5aa-4143-a894-a501feca99ea Don't Underestimate... Ko Tao Fri, 24 Nov 2023 21:14:36 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-ko-tao-As3xh2Vq Don't Underestimate... Ko Tao Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:23:20 Hello again friends! Strap yourselves in for a loopy chat about one of our fave place EVER, the beautiful island of Ko Tao in Thailand. It's a tropical getaway combined with a memorable Australian bar, many many backpackers, some seriously stunning beaches and a lot of ute's. Listen now to hear our (rough) guide to Ko Tao! Hello again friends! Strap yourselves in for a loopy chat about one of our fave place EVER, the beautiful island of Ko Tao in Thailand. It's a tropical getaway combined with a memorable Australian bar, many many backpackers, some seriously stunning beaches and a lot of ute's. Listen now to hear our (rough) guide to Ko Tao! travel, backpacking true full 32 8cbd6829-f0f4-469d-98ef-3ebf2c3a5b8d Don't Underestimate... Hostels that are like Love Island Fri, 17 Nov 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-hostels-that-are-like-love-island-mlUubC40 Don't Underestimate... Hostels that are like Love Island Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:26:49 Love Island... It's a crazy world that we love to watch, but probably could never imagine ourselves being on. That was the case for us... until we backpacked Thailand. This week, we run you through why staying in hostels in Asia is basically like staring on Love Island ( the U.K version of course). We talk you through all the flirty fun, the grafting, and the wild and unpredictable atmosphere that really does make you feel like the main character... Love Island... It's a crazy world that we love to watch, but probably could never imagine ourselves being on. That was the case for us... until we backpacked Thailand. This week, we run you through why staying in hostels in Asia is basically like staring on Love Island ( the U.K version of course). We talk you through all the flirty fun, the grafting, and the wild and unpredictable atmosphere that really does make you feel like the main character... vietnam, asia, young travel, love island, relationship, thailand, travel, backpacking true full 31 6c007fba-489f-4dda-9d50-7e7f5e2167fa Don't Underestimate... Off Season Sat, 11 Nov 2023 03:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-off-season-M0oDzW9L Don't Underestimate... Off Season Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:26:52 Oh the joys of off-season... it's that time of year when it seems that everyone, except us Aussies, has fled home. This week, we're delving into all the reasons why off-season is a slay time to travel. It's cheaper, quieter, and if you go to the right places - sometimes even better than peak season! But, how do you find the right places to go? Is there ever a right place to go? From Italy to the UK, to Ibiza's closing season weekend, we give you all the tips for the best places to spend your off-season... and explain how it could save you a ton of money. (P.S. We are very sorry about our audio being a bit sub-par this week... we're not sure what happened there! Will be back to normal next week, but in the meantime, we recommend listening without headphones for a more pleasurable listening experience :) Oh the joys of off-season... it's that time of year when it seems that everyone, except us Aussies, has fled home. This week, we're delving into all the reasons why off-season is a slay time to travel. It's cheaper, quieter, and if you go to the right places - sometimes even better than peak season! But, how do you find the right places to go? Is there ever a right place to go? From Italy to the UK, to Ibiza's closing season weekend, we give you all the tips for the best places to spend your off-season... and explain how it could save you a ton of money. (P.S. We are very sorry about our audio being a bit sub-par this week... we're not sure what happened there! Will be back to normal next week, but in the meantime, we recommend listening without headphones for a more pleasurable listening experience :) aussie travel, long europe trip, young girls travel advice, travel advice, backpacker tips, germany, europe, ibiza, girls, slovenia, talking, aussie backpacker, backpacking tips, travel tips, travel, off season, backpacking, uk, tiktok true full 30 cfc3827f-88d7-4277-a2a8-9eafaddec9b8 Don't Underestimate... Prague Fri, 3 Nov 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-prague-0skP2qrL Don't Underestimate... Prague Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:22:17 WE ARE BACK! And we are in Prague (we wish). But we are talking about Prague, because under no circumstances should it be underestimated. Prague is full of chimney cakes, goulash, flooded bars, castles and strict tour guides. Listen now for our take on what to do, eat and see in the fairytale town that is Prague. (P.S. PLS FORGIVE US FOR OUR SILLY BREAK) WE ARE BACK! And we are in Prague (we wish). But we are talking about Prague, because under no circumstances should it be underestimated. Prague is full of chimney cakes, goulash, flooded bars, castles and strict tour guides. Listen now for our take on what to do, eat and see in the fairytale town that is Prague. (P.S. PLS FORGIVE US FOR OUR SILLY BREAK) europe, travel, backpacking true full 29 b7cb5e8a-48f4-4176-b9f2-700757895f66 Don't Underestimate... Timing Fri, 29 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-timing-kM29yRnK Don't Underestimate... Timing Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:29:49 This week we essentially talk each other through a quarter-life crisis as we tackle the question, 'when is the right time to go travelling?' There's no real answer to that (sorry lol), but we discuss what pushed us to set off for five months last year and share all our stray thoughts on the topic. This week we essentially talk each other through a quarter-life crisis as we tackle the question, 'when is the right time to go travelling?' There's no real answer to that (sorry lol), but we discuss what pushed us to set off for five months last year and share all our stray thoughts on the topic. europe, travel, backpacking true full 28 d1b87f33-52d6-4f3b-8fb0-771845ee1e77 Don't Underestimate... Travel Icks We love travelling together, but after spending everyday side by side for months on end - you best believe we have a few travel icks for each other locked and loaded.

If you haven't come across the idea of an 'ick' before (talking to you Mum and Dad), it's hard to pinpoint. Essentially, they're little things someone does that aren't necessarily annoying, but just make you feel... icky.

Listen in as we share our travel icks for each other, exposing Molly for a questionable shoe choice and Tamsyn for her hypocritical food preferences.

Also- check our TikTok @dontunderestimatepodcast, for a few cheeky extras.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-travel-icks-zsr9hcmM We love travelling together, but after spending everyday side by side for months on end - you best believe we have a few travel icks for each other locked and loaded.

If you haven't come across the idea of an 'ick' before (talking to you Mum and Dad), it's hard to pinpoint. Essentially, they're little things someone does that aren't necessarily annoying, but just make you feel... icky.

Listen in as we share our travel icks for each other, exposing Molly for a questionable shoe choice and Tamsyn for her hypocritical food preferences.

Also- check our TikTok @dontunderestimatepodcast, for a few cheeky extras.

]]> Don't Underestimate... Travel Icks Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:30:21 icks, travel, backpacking true full 27 ef1bddd9-d2ac-469d-a8c5-14a3185ac077 Don't Underestimate... Legroom Fri, 8 Sep 2023 04:48:35 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-legroom-c36DOwRp Don't Underestimate... Legroom Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:21:19 To recline or not to recline, that is the question (when one is on a plane). This week we share our take on this hotly debated topic. We also review our experience flying Scoot- the budget airline known for providing zero food and entertainment on long haul flights, because who needs that stuff anyway. Listen now to hear about Tamsyn's first experience of not being able to sleep on a plane, and how Molly found herself literally begging a flight attendant. To recline or not to recline, that is the question (when one is on a plane). This week we share our take on this hotly debated topic. We also review our experience flying Scoot- the budget airline known for providing zero food and entertainment on long haul flights, because who needs that stuff anyway. Listen now to hear about Tamsyn's first experience of not being able to sleep on a plane, and how Molly found herself literally begging a flight attendant. flights, europe, travel, backpacking true full 26 fa238d40-41dd-4b0d-a5f4-e3cdf1ec5faf Don't Underestimate... The Power Of A Good Drink Bottle Fri, 1 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-power-of-a-good-drink-bottle-VEr_Dj1j Don't Underestimate... The Power Of A Good Drink Bottle Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:28:28 Emotional support water bottles are a very real thing, and going on adventures half-way across the world together only strengthens the bond. It may seem like a small thing, but a good drink bottle is hard to hold onto (for some of us). Listen in to this slightly delirious ep to hear a heartbreaking tale from Tamsyn, as well as how Molly earnt the rep as 'plastic water bottle girl'. Emotional support water bottles are a very real thing, and going on adventures half-way across the world together only strengthens the bond. It may seem like a small thing, but a good drink bottle is hard to hold onto (for some of us). Listen in to this slightly delirious ep to hear a heartbreaking tale from Tamsyn, as well as how Molly earnt the rep as 'plastic water bottle girl'. europe, travel, backpacking true full 25 de395932-4d6e-4b30-83f2-ff4e8f2afb41 Don't Underestimate... Validating Your Train Ticket Thu, 17 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-validating-your-train-ticket-It6QwB6v Don't Underestimate... Validating Your Train Ticket Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:28:15 Trains, buses, plains, ferries, cars... if you're going travelling, you're gonna use A LOT of transport. And trying to figure it out in a brand-new place and in a language you probably know a total of three words of, is a recipe for confusion and chaos. We think we've made enough mistakes now to offer a few handy tips, or at least tell you what not to do- like try to get away with fair evading in Italy or take 30 second tram rides. Trains, buses, plains, ferries, cars... if you're going travelling, you're gonna use A LOT of transport. And trying to figure it out in a brand-new place and in a language you probably know a total of three words of, is a recipe for confusion and chaos. We think we've made enough mistakes now to offer a few handy tips, or at least tell you what not to do- like try to get away with fair evading in Italy or take 30 second tram rides. europe, travel, backpacking true full 24 ddacdb90-ef5c-4b76-bcbf-4210dfafa9b1 Don't Underestimate... Emergency Visas Fri, 11 Aug 2023 04:20:38 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-emergency-visas-V93vOE8B Don't Underestimate... Emergency Visas Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:29:36 This week we tell a little travel story from our recent SE Asian escapades; one that involves a place called Shark Bay, a Whatsapp man that made our dreams come true, matching tattoos and, you guessed it, emergency visas. This week we tell a little travel story from our recent SE Asian escapades; one that involves a place called Shark Bay, a Whatsapp man that made our dreams come true, matching tattoos and, you guessed it, emergency visas. vietnam, thailand, travel, backpacking true full 23 f2f3ae4d-0cdb-4978-825b-300e06b4f066 Don't underestimate... Social Media Sat, 5 Aug 2023 06:18:17 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-social-media-vj0QCYYR Don't underestimate... Social Media Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:39:33 This ep is all about social media while travelling! We go through the good and the bad, before finishing off with our social media icks for each other. Hear about the time we chose to make a Tiktok instead of seeing a famous castle, the landmark Tamsyn didn't want a photo in front of, and how Molly accidentally recovered her attention span (for a month). This ep is all about social media while travelling! We go through the good and the bad, before finishing off with our social media icks for each other. Hear about the time we chose to make a Tiktok instead of seeing a famous castle, the landmark Tamsyn didn't want a photo in front of, and how Molly accidentally recovered her attention span (for a month). travel, backpacking true full 22 1d72f56f-d770-4b41-a7dc-03acb1c70bcc Don't Underestimate... Your Own Shower Sun, 30 Jul 2023 22:44:42 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-your-own-shower-TIODnY9z Don't Underestimate... Your Own Shower Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:32:42 We're back this week from Thailand and are having major post-trip blue. So this ep, we try to make ourselves feel better by discussing all the little comforts of home that feel THAT good when you get back. Listen to hear us chat all about our showers, beds, fridges and socks! We're back this week from Thailand and are having major post-trip blue. So this ep, we try to make ourselves feel better by discussing all the little comforts of home that feel THAT good when you get back. Listen to hear us chat all about our showers, beds, fridges and socks! travel, backpacking true full 21 9a84dde5-97fb-4094-ba89-a096a90f44a6 Don't Underestimate... Puglia Thu, 13 Jul 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-puglia-Jvb5f5XA Don't Underestimate... Puglia Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:14:31 We're back with another recommendation episode, this time we've headed to Italy and are chatting all about the Puglia region! It is an underestimated Italian beach destination, but we are here to convince you to add it to the itinerary. From pebble beaches, 4 euro pizza and the best gelato of our lives, there is a lot to explore! We're back with another recommendation episode, this time we've headed to Italy and are chatting all about the Puglia region! It is an underestimated Italian beach destination, but we are here to convince you to add it to the itinerary. From pebble beaches, 4 euro pizza and the best gelato of our lives, there is a lot to explore! europe, travel, backpacking true full 20 810426a7-9424-4a1b-9f42-ba5eac63d91b Don't Underestimate... Lagos Thu, 6 Jul 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-lagos-h1Jk7xBA Don't Underestimate... Lagos Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:18:19 Lagos is everything you want in europe summer all wrapped up in a little town at the bottom of Portugal. It has it all- beautiful beaches, fun hostels, great nightlife... and importantly, all-you-can-eat sushi! While we're away hopefully lying on a beach somewhere in Thailand, we're providing some recommendations for the places you shouldn't underestimate, and Lagos is first up! Lagos is everything you want in europe summer all wrapped up in a little town at the bottom of Portugal. It has it all- beautiful beaches, fun hostels, great nightlife... and importantly, all-you-can-eat sushi! While we're away hopefully lying on a beach somewhere in Thailand, we're providing some recommendations for the places you shouldn't underestimate, and Lagos is first up! europe, travel, backpacking true full 19 d3fd496c-1ab0-4725-a73a-566bc6f8c0ab Don't Underestimate... A Soft Bed Fri, 30 Jun 2023 03:04:29 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-soft-bed-61oxiPL1 Don't Underestimate... A Soft Bed Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:27:57 Travel, and backpacking in particular, can be tiring and sometimes all you want is a soft bed! This ep we talk all about allowing yourself to take a rest, the times when we couldn't go on without a nap first, and then we share the story of the hardest bed in all of Italy! Travel, and backpacking in particular, can be tiring and sometimes all you want is a soft bed! This ep we talk all about allowing yourself to take a rest, the times when we couldn't go on without a nap first, and then we share the story of the hardest bed in all of Italy! europe, backpacking true full 18 8cb009d0-7bb1-458f-adee-eb437fe7d7bc Don't Underestimate...Americans Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:53:29 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimateamericans-ApZ1MrJM Don't Underestimate...Americans Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:46:37 As Aussies, we have definitely been guilty in the past of underestimating Americans- but that all changed when we started meeting loads of lovely, funny Americans in hostels! They get some hate, and maybe rightly so sometimes, but this week we are here to defend them... mostly. We share our most fascinating, humorous and heartwarming run-ins with Americans! As Aussies, we have definitely been guilty in the past of underestimating Americans- but that all changed when we started meeting loads of lovely, funny Americans in hostels! They get some hate, and maybe rightly so sometimes, but this week we are here to defend them... mostly. We share our most fascinating, humorous and heartwarming run-ins with Americans! europe, travel, backpacking true full 17 67626344-6bac-4101-85fd-6160e0e82743 Don't Underestimate...The 24 Hours Before You Go Fri, 16 Jun 2023 04:46:28 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimatethe-24-hours-before-you-go-XTZFbg_z Don't Underestimate...The 24 Hours Before You Go Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:35:58 That last day before you set off on a trip is a mix of stress, packing, nerves, organisation and A LOT of excitement! We chat through that mix of emotions so you know what to expect, plus we discuss that first 24 hours when you arrive... nothing like the feeling of stepping off the plane! That last day before you set off on a trip is a mix of stress, packing, nerves, organisation and A LOT of excitement! We chat through that mix of emotions so you know what to expect, plus we discuss that first 24 hours when you arrive... nothing like the feeling of stepping off the plane! europe, travel, backpacking true full 16 209273bf-42ec-4205-a1c9-8d4818817db0 Don't Underestimate... The Logistics Wise travel cards: Currency Card | Multi-Currency Card - Wise

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]]> Don't Underestimate... The Logistics Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:28:45 This week we're discussing all the admin you just gotta do before setting off on a trip! We chat all about the best value sim cards, our favourite travel card, how travel insurance works and a great app to use while travelling with people...plus how we may be in debt to each other, but have no idea how much lol. This week we're discussing all the admin you just gotta do before setting off on a trip! We chat all about the best value sim cards, our favourite travel card, how travel insurance works and a great app to use while travelling with people...plus how we may be in debt to each other, but have no idea how much lol. travel, backpacking true full 15 ea61f9c5-0389-4972-8b5c-be1c46a11662 Don't Underestimate... Your Europe Wardrobe...or do? Fri, 2 Jun 2023 13:40:33 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-your-europe-wardrobeor-do-XtgAG_IK Don't Underestimate... Your Europe Wardrobe...or do? Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:30:08 Contrary to what the endless europe hauls on tiktok might have you believe, you don't need a whole new wardrobe for europe! This week we chat all about SHOPPING- and how good it is in europe, especially second-hand! Listen now to hear about europe's best flea markets, a love story with a silk shirt and the bag the broke Molly's heart! Contrary to what the endless europe hauls on tiktok might have you believe, you don't need a whole new wardrobe for europe! This week we chat all about SHOPPING- and how good it is in europe, especially second-hand! Listen now to hear about europe's best flea markets, a love story with a silk shirt and the bag the broke Molly's heart! fashion, travel, backpacking true full 14 14489ea1-66e1-417c-93be-61266c9c42b1 Don't Underestimate... Compression Socks Sat, 20 May 2023 05:17:16 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-compression-socks-_qCELk5i Don't Underestimate... Compression Socks Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:35:39 Being sick while travelling is a bit of a weird experience- it always happens at the worst times and is pretty frustrating! So this week we are chatting all about how to get through it! Of course, we share a few of our own stories, like the time Molly had to wear compression socks to Europe's biggest music festival! Being sick while travelling is a bit of a weird experience- it always happens at the worst times and is pretty frustrating! So this week we are chatting all about how to get through it! Of course, we share a few of our own stories, like the time Molly had to wear compression socks to Europe's biggest music festival! travel, backpacking true full 13 a4882f7d-5dab-44f9-acd3-b6ce085abceb Don't Underestimate... A Backpack (And A Sack?) Thu, 11 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-backpack-and-a-sack-Jsyx_ljQ Don't Underestimate... A Backpack (And A Sack?) Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:31:28 Last week we covered what to pack... so this week we're chatting all about what to pack all those wonderful things in! We tackle the dilemmas every traveller faces- backpack or suitcase, carry-on or checked-in? And also provide possibly our hottest tip yet; take a sack. Listen in to hear why! Last week we covered what to pack... so this week we're chatting all about what to pack all those wonderful things in! We tackle the dilemmas every traveller faces- backpack or suitcase, carry-on or checked-in? And also provide possibly our hottest tip yet; take a sack. Listen in to hear why! europe, travel, backpacking true full 12 d27ed327-2c01-4bbe-8cef-6ddb07265304 Don't Underestimate... Packing Decisions Fri, 5 May 2023 11:09:53 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-packing-decisions-79_ewFDC Don't Underestimate... Packing Decisions Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:41:34 Not sure what to pack for your Europe trip? This week we share all the basic travel essentials we love, our hottest (or arguably lukewarm) tips, and a few things we regretted taking! Listen to hear exactly how many socks is optimal, an in-depth toilet bag discussion, and a lesson about carrying Panadol with you:) Not sure what to pack for your Europe trip? This week we share all the basic travel essentials we love, our hottest (or arguably lukewarm) tips, and a few things we regretted taking! Listen to hear exactly how many socks is optimal, an in-depth toilet bag discussion, and a lesson about carrying Panadol with you:) europe, travel, backpacking true full 11 40c30dca-2738-443c-ba6f-51aa2175dd92 Don't Underestimate... Morocco Thu, 27 Apr 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-morocco-HMx50cfd Don't Underestimate... Morocco Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:34:51 This week we're changing it up and bringing you an ep all about Morocco! We reckon it doesn't get the love and hype it deserves, so settle in for a chat all about the Sahara Desert, tajin, speakeasy bars and Contiki tours (plus somehow the smurfs get a mention). This week we're changing it up and bringing you an ep all about Morocco! We reckon it doesn't get the love and hype it deserves, so settle in for a chat all about the Sahara Desert, tajin, speakeasy bars and Contiki tours (plus somehow the smurfs get a mention). travel, backpacking, morocco true full 10 5bcde397-1ff4-49fe-8239-f142b6608ec0 Don't Underestimate... Booking Last Minute Thu, 20 Apr 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-booking-last-minute-6WSCYrfj Don't Underestimate... Booking Last Minute Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:29:20 Hello again! We're back with a (slightly scattered) chat about booking stuff for a trip! We toss up the pros and cons of booking accommodation + transport in advance... or being a bit more flexible (truthfully maybe just disorganised). Listen now to hear about the magic of Google flights, Molly's instant booking regret, and how things change when you're solo travelling! Hello again! We're back with a (slightly scattered) chat about booking stuff for a trip! We toss up the pros and cons of booking accommodation + transport in advance... or being a bit more flexible (truthfully maybe just disorganised). Listen now to hear about the magic of Google flights, Molly's instant booking regret, and how things change when you're solo travelling! europe, travel, backpacking true full 9 3f683b89-32ef-46b1-943a-5c69dc5282d5 Don't Underestimate... Hostel Etiquette Fri, 14 Apr 2023 14:34:35 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-hostel-etiquette-fmd1KAin Don't Underestimate... Hostel Etiquette Tamsyn Buckle, Molly Paynter 00:30:44 This week we are once again chatting hostels! They can be just as whacky as they are fantastic, so we share our comprehensive list of do's and don'ts for staying in a hostel! Plus, we expose our toxic hostel trait, and all the times we broke our own rules... enjoy:) This week we are once again chatting hostels! They can be just as whacky as they are fantastic, so we share our comprehensive list of do's and don'ts for staying in a hostel! Plus, we expose our toxic hostel trait, and all the times we broke our own rules... enjoy:) hostel, travel, backpacking true full 8 f7faa57c-7792-4942-b1bc-ee82c2da14b2 Don't Underestimate... A Good Old Aussie Reputation Thu, 6 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-a-good-old-aussie-reputation-iPZbc9Y4 Don't Underestimate... A Good Old Aussie Reputation Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:28:18 Hello again! This week we chat about the weird and wonderful reputation that Australia has to people around the world, from our snakes and spiders to H20! We discuss what came to mind for other backpackers when we said we were Aussies, and share what shocked them about the land down under :) Hello again! This week we chat about the weird and wonderful reputation that Australia has to people around the world, from our snakes and spiders to H20! We discuss what came to mind for other backpackers when we said we were Aussies, and share what shocked them about the land down under :) australia, travel, backpacking true full 7 dea98a23-f5f4-4791-a0c8-8e3cb1177664 Don't Underestimate...Spending $25k Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:39:37 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimatespending-25k-kR5QpfMj Don't Underestimate...Spending $25k Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:35:38 Today we present our guide to spending all your savings in europe! If you're curious about how much you'll spend while travelling, how to (or maybe how not to) manage your money and some ways to be a cheap skate- then hit play:) Plus, we tell the story of how Tamsyn ended up crying in a pizza shop in Italy! Today we present our guide to spending all your savings in europe! If you're curious about how much you'll spend while travelling, how to (or maybe how not to) manage your money and some ways to be a cheap skate- then hit play:) Plus, we tell the story of how Tamsyn ended up crying in a pizza shop in Italy! budgeting, travel, backpacking true full 6 bc27a158-49b5-44cd-baa2-417464e68f6b Don't Underestimate... Night Busses, or do? Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:54:46 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-night-busses-or-do-CeFUEUMd Don't Underestimate... Night Busses, or do? Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:31:52 This week we chat about why night busses shouldn't (or maybe should) be underestimated! We discuss the pros/cons of travelling via night bus, the best ways to book them and how to prepare for the journey. Plus we share a few hellish night bus experiences of our own:) This week we chat about why night busses shouldn't (or maybe should) be underestimated! We discuss the pros/cons of travelling via night bus, the best ways to book them and how to prepare for the journey. Plus we share a few hellish night bus experiences of our own:) travel, backpacking true full 5 ecc1ee7e-1f66-43a7-8f8b-a33c446a4861 Don't Underestimate... Loose Things Thu, 16 Mar 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-loose-things-pnc95w8z Don't Underestimate... Loose Things Tamsyn Buckle 00:25:40 We're back again! This week we go through our list of 'loose things' that you shouldn't (or maybe should) be underestimating. We talk yoghurt drinks, sim cards and a particularly rough hangover, so tune in:) We're back again! This week we go through our list of 'loose things' that you shouldn't (or maybe should) be underestimating. We talk yoghurt drinks, sim cards and a particularly rough hangover, so tune in:) true full 4 5c6563db-d523-484e-af31-9a6513a85f6f Don't Underestimate... The Schengen Zone Thu, 9 Mar 2023 22:00:00 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-the-schengen-zone-saptkNel Don't Underestimate... The Schengen Zone Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:26:48 Welcome back friends! This week we bring you some (hopefully helpful) info about the Schengen Zone:) We discuss the world's largest visa free zone in all it's glory- and share how Molly ended up fleeing it in the middle of the night! Welcome back friends! This week we bring you some (hopefully helpful) info about the Schengen Zone:) We discuss the world's largest visa free zone in all it's glory- and share how Molly ended up fleeing it in the middle of the night! travel, backpacking true full 3 64388c63-bc1a-4d53-af57-0accbb701692 Don't Underestimate... Being A Grub Fri, 3 Mar 2023 06:55:29 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-being-a-grub-O_QD_z5X Don't Underestimate... Being A Grub Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:31:24 Welcome back! In this ep we're telling you why being a grub shouldn't be underestimated! Listen in to hear our grubbiest moments- including a sock incident in Slovenia and a short-lived flood in Paris... Welcome back! In this ep we're telling you why being a grub shouldn't be underestimated! Listen in to hear our grubbiest moments- including a sock incident in Slovenia and a short-lived flood in Paris... travel, backpacking true full 2 617575d5-7c95-4737-b24c-c27c7c4587e7 Don't Underestimate... Hostel Bed Curtains Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:42:34 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-underestimate-hostel-bed-curtains-NSSEaFE1 Don't Underestimate... Hostel Bed Curtains Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:23:36 Here we go, ep 1 wooo! Listen in to hear why hostel bed curtains are super handy and should not be underestimated. We tell the stories of the times when hostel bed curtains made all the difference (and the few times they couldn't save the day). Here we go, ep 1 wooo! Listen in to hear why hostel bed curtains are super handy and should not be underestimated. We tell the stories of the times when hostel bed curtains made all the difference (and the few times they couldn't save the day). travel, backpacking true full 1 4317f2f1-9c24-438a-941f-74a22c89816c Introducing...Don't Underestimate Thu, 23 Feb 2023 23:45:21 +0000 dontunderestimatepodcast@gmail.com (Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle) https://dont-underestimate.simplecast.com/episodes/introducingdont-underestimate-3AuFTfFt Introducing...Don't Underestimate Molly Paynter, Tamsyn Buckle 00:03:00 Get ready for Don't Underestimate, the podcast where we tell you what you shouldn't be underestimating while travelling! Get ready for Don't Underestimate, the podcast where we tell you what you shouldn't be underestimating while travelling! travel, backpacking false full 61