Thravellers - Travel Tips, Stories & Advice For Travellers Over Thirty

In a fairly emotional episode, we realise we've talked a lot about feeling sad about spending Christmas away from our families, but we've not necessarily thought about how our families feel about us not being there. So not only do we read out some of the great comments from our regular listeners, but we play a voice message from Al's mum, who not only made us a bit teary, but made us realise that our decision to travel has implications that we've not considered before.  --- Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife  

We get asked a lot of questions about living and working abroad. We've been doing it since 2013, so that's not a massive surprise. In this episode, we answer 5 of the most common. Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Today we talk about giving back through volunteering, specifically as an ex-pat. Our Christmas song of the Day is Tom Walker, 'For Those Who Can't Be Here'. All proceeds from purchases and streams go to the Samaritans charity, so click this link to give a few pennies. Links: - Kath's Charity talking to older people, on the phone: https://www.thesilverline.org.uk/ - The Samaritans, who pledge that whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. Click here for more details (and to contact via SMS, phone or email). --- Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Lea doesn't feel well today, I'm an old man, and therefore grumpy everyday. So today we embrace the Christmas spirit, and riff about things we really don't like about Christmas, whilst giving you some unpopular opinions about Christmas. (Based on BBC Radio 1's excellent, 'Unpopular Opinions' segment.) Oh, and Geoff does not come off well, at all. --- Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Basically, today is all about taking the piss out of ourselves for being the polar* opposite of minimalist travellers. Listen as we explain about all the ridiculous things we travel with. Yes, we have an ice-cream maker and two coffee machines... *Topical! Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Before you get all judgy, we're not saying we're super healthy. But in 2021, we did start to work on both our mental and physical health, and in today's episode, we explain what's changed. Things mentioned in the podcast: Mobile gym - resistance bands - Bionix Pull Up Assistance Bands 3 Pack Set Travel Bag Resistance bands - £18 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bionix-Pull-Assistance-Bands-Travel/dp/B08B68JC66/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=resistance+bands+travel&qid=1638455455&sr=8-5   Fitbit - Fitbit Inspire 2 Health & Fitness Tracker with a Free 1-Year Fitbit Premium Trial- £89.99 Fit bit premium sub - sleep tools, guided programs,  workouts - £79.99 for the year - https://www.fitbit.com/global/us/products/services/premium   Subscription to the body project - over 500 HIIT cardio, resistance, circuit, pilates and boxing workouts, structured plans all levels, offline access, support  and coaching, new workouts every week - annual membership $US120, or $45 for 3 months - https://support.teambodyproject.com/en/

Being an ex-pat or travelling long-term is f'kin cool... but also can be a lonely life. Our guest today, Cindy Gelpi, posted about exactly this on a recent FB group we're part of, and we though, 'We HAVE to talk to you.' Join us for some hard questions, some honest truths and, hopefully, a great interview. Follow Cindy on Instagram @SailingOffSomewhere, or read her blog here: wanderingoffsomewhere.com Follow along with Podmas on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife  

The honest guide to Southern Europe in Winter.... Southern Europe in summer is glorious - we all know that. But there's a reason why you can get some incredible bargains in the winter months - it's frickin' freezing. Today we give you some tips if you're thinking about a 12 month let in southern Europe. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife  

We went rogue! Went for a few hot wines in Pula today, and thought, 'Fuck it, let's do a live podcast episode'. So we did.  Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife    

Regular listeners will know that we should be somewhere in France by now on our way to our families, but thanks to the C-Word, we're not going back the UK this Christmas. So join us as we chat about what we ARE going to do over the festive period. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

We look forward to your letters... Today we talk about whether the song 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' is bad or not. Which leads to dog treatment in other countries, mansplaining, veganism and even Muslims in the UK. Yep - our most controversial episode yet.. Feel free to sent hate mail (or support) via Instagram @asidewayslife. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas.

If you've ever travelled, then you'll know what we mean we say 'WTF Moments', which we've loosely associated to the unorthodox number one from 2009. Listen as we talk about storms, falling down holes, Bulgarian helicopters and Croatian Uber drivers. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Today we talk about the Christmas drinks both us, and our families, enjoy this time of year. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife  

Movies & TV over Christmas... that's what we're talking about today. Not much to say here, except you'll learn what our top 3 movies are, learn what you should watch on TV and discover our recommendation for a decent 'box set' that we're pretty sure you'll love. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife

Want to take your pet on holiday? We've got you. See below for links to things we've talked about. And send us a DM on Instagram for a copy of our AirBnB hacks. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anything, on instagram: @asidewayslife Links: UK Government regulations for traveling to Europe with a pet: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-rules-for-pet-travel-from-1-january-2021 Thunder jacket - KELIVOL Anxiety Coat for Dog, Anxiety Relief Jacket £9.99 - £19.99 depending on size https://www.amazon.co.uk/KELIVOL-Anxiety-Calming-Comfort-Fireworks/dp/B08HGQ6ZLR/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=thunder%2Bjacket&qid=1638456674&sr=8-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNDlIVlcwNFAxSks2JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjY5MjgyM1JZM0IwQ1gyQUo2JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5MzkwMjcxT0VZOVBGWkNSMjc3JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1     Fur gloves - [Premium]K&a

We've spent every winter in Europe since 2013, so we've seen our fair share of snowy cities. Today, we sum up our favourites. To add a bit of spice, Lea did a poll on Instagram asking what you thought, and you'll hear the results here. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas', or go to ASidewaysLife.com/Podmas, and, as ever, tell us if we're wrong, or missed anywhere on instagram: @asidewayslife

Welcome to Day 4 of our 25 day Podmas special. We went out and bought a real Christmas tree and decorations today, so, for us, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.... ...which is handy, as that's the Christmas Song today's episode is themed around. We're in real danger of looking like we've planned this out. Follow along on Spotify by searching for 'A Sideways Christmas' playlist or go to ASidewaysLife.com/podmas

We lived in Spain for almost 5 years so we saw our fair share of festive fun, so our 'Christmas Song of the Day' is obviously Feliz Navidad.  In today's episode, we go over what the Spanish eat, how they decorate, when they exchange presents and Lea even makes up a new word! Follow our Christmas playlist on Spotify which features each Christmas song, plus the corresponding episode... all in order! Either go to ASidewaysLife.com/podmas or search Spotify for 'A Sideways Christmas'.  

Welcome to Day 2 of 25 of Podmas... We're recording an episode a day on the run up the 25th December, with each skewed towards living and working abroad around Christmas time. We mention loads of gift ideas here - go to ASidewaysLife.com/Tree to see our full list. As ever, send us your feedback thoughts and abuse on Instagram: @ASidewaysLife