Gap Year Diaries

Nov 06 2024 71 ep. 45 mins 16
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Two best friends relive their ’Gap Year’ travelling the world in 2010, by re-reading and reflecting on the hilariously misguided blog diary they kept along the way. Just prior to smart-phones and social media taking over our travel habits, these two wide-eyed 18 year olds set off with nothing but digital cameras and a trusty blog to document their trip. From lost passports to inaccessible bank accounts, jumping out of planes and into gorges, this is a nostalgic exploration of first-time travel and all its hilarious twists and turns.

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S4E29: New Zealand - 'Bike rides, gale-force winds and angry seals'

Nov 06 2024 40 mins  
In this episode, Rachel and Emily opt to spend their last day in Kaikoura cycling around the peninsular. However, we hear of how what should have been an idyllic day in nature is ruined by a combination of incredibly blustery conditions, bad route planning and a colony of angry seals.

S4E28: New Zealand - 'Passport problems, worrying emails and 'Preacher Teacher''

Oct 23 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, Emily and Rachel look back at a very fateful and eventful day in the NZ coastal town of Kaikoura, whereby the passport saga that has plagued them since day 2 of the trip rears its ugly head once more. We also hear of a tearful goodbye to travelling companion Sam, and a wholly unwelcome encounter with a certain hostel guest.

S4E27: New Zealand - 'New horizons, sea breezes and 'fush & chups''

Oct 02 2024 32 mins  
In this episode Emily and Rachel reread their blog entry detailing a trip to the sleepy coastal town of Kaikoura, where they sample the local cuisine, take in the sea air, and seek counsel from a kindly hostel receptionist over the never-ending passport trauma.

S4E26: New Zealand - 'Onward journeys, bad impressions and spag bol'

Sep 18 2024 36 mins  
In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog account of finally leaving Queenstown after three weeks of mountainous thrills, and heading north to the charming city of Christchurch. During their first day, they try to remember how to behave as civilised adults in preparation for staying with a family friend, and are welcomed into their first homely environment in many

S4E25: New Zealand - 'Hot dates, scenic strolls and street daredevils'

Sep 04 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, Emily and Rachel take a nostalgic look back at their last day in beautiful Queenstown, NZ, a day they spent soaking in the unequalled lakeside views, watching a street entertainer set fire to his own hair, and enjoying concurrent hot dates by the light of the stars.

S4E24: New Zealand - 'Drag queens, dodgeball and a new friend'

Aug 21 2024 44 mins  
In this week's episode, we hear of more Winterfest fun in ever-plummeting temperatures, featuring a high-octane drag race, Pink Floyd tribute band and a new NZ friend with an interesting proposition.

S4E23: New Zealand - 'Snowboarders, drinking games and a single dreadlock'

May 29 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, Rachel and Emily journey back by rereading their blog entries to some more Queenstown memories, this time involving a pair of Australian snowboarders, a whole baked salmon, the 'car of death' and some drunken hairstyling.

S4E22: New Zealand - 'Mini-golf, hostel hunting and a cabin in the woods'

May 15 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog entries from more Queenstown adventures, including a startlingly creative mini golf course, a desperate search for hostel accommodation, and Rachel being struck down by a mysterious illness. Mentioned in the podcast: Emily's round up of the world's best mini golf courses https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/best-mini-golf

S4E21: New Zealand - 'Disastrous hikes, dining out and tearful farewells'

May 01 2024 46 mins  
In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog entry from the day they spent in NZ's Queenstown recovering from their hangovers, being plunged further into financial turmoil on an otherwise tranquil hike, and waving off their good friend Claire after a month of travelling friendship.

S4E20: New Zealand - 'Canyon swings, revelations and birthday fun'

Apr 17 2024 48 mins  
In this very special episode, Rachel and Emily look back at the day of Rachel's 19th birthday, celebrated in Queenstown NZ. Among other things we hear, in great detail, about Rachel undertaking the town's infamous Canyon Swing, the mad dash for balloons, and a chaotic night out which results in the unfortunate decimation of Rach's birthday cake. We are also treated to a very specia