Don't Underestimate
The podcast where we tell you what you shouldn't be underestimating while travelling!
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 60
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Don't Underestimate... Altitude Sickness
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 alt…
00:27:39 |
Wed 02 Apr 2025
Don't Underestimate... The Planning Diaries
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 uns…
00:23:31 |
Fri 21 Feb 2025
Don't Underestimate... Travel Back In The Day Pt. 2
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 wa…
00:27:03 |
Fri 31 Jan 2025
Don't Underestimate... Travel Back In The Day
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 …
00:35:08 |
Fri 24 Jan 2025
Don't Underestimate... El Nido
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 …
00:17:15 |
Fri 17 Jan 2025
Don't Underestimate... A Big Decision
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
00:23:52 |
Fri 10 Jan 2025
Don't Underestimate... Check-In Or Carry-On
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 jus…
00:41:06 |
Fri 20 Dec 2024
Don't Underestimate... Near Death Experiences
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 …
00:43:24 |
Sat 14 Dec 2024
Don't Underestimate... A Budget for a Six-Month Long Trip
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 r…
00:32:51 |
Sat 07 Dec 2024
Don't Underestimate... A Cheeky South East Asia Holiday
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 sh…
00:28:04 |
Sat 30 Nov 2024
Don't Underestimate... Season 2
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 …
00:24:27 |
Fri 22 Nov 2024
Don't Underestimate... Vienna
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 wh…
00:23:44 |
Mon 09 Sep 2024
Don't Underestimate... Good Supermarkets
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 be…
00:28:36 |
Sat 17 Aug 2024
Don't Underestimate... Low 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 yo…
00:31:51 |
Sat 03 Aug 2024
Don't Underestimate... Slovenia
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 recommendatio…
00:26:34 |
Sat 13 Jul 2024
Don't Underestimate... Choosing Your Travel Buddy
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 wi…
00:33:43 |
Sat 29 Jun 2024
Don't Underestimate... Our Return
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 (k…
00:39:16 |
Fri 14 Jun 2024
Don't Underestimate... The Shit Parts of Travel
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…
00:29:10 |
Thu 28 Mar 2024
Don't Underestimate... Workaway
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 labou…
00:35:55 |
Tue 12 Mar 2024
Don't Underestimate... the 9 to 5
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 wonderf…
00:28:00 |
Fri 23 Feb 2024
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