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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 soci... more
FAQs about Gap Year Diaries:How many episodes does Gap Year Diaries have?The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.
November 21, 2024S4E30: New Zealand - 'Bus hell, bunk bed injuries and sweet Fergus'In this episode Emily and Rachel read back over the blog detailing their final New Zealand journey, back to Christchurch. Among other things, we hear of some deeply irritating bus mates, a wholly sympathetic receptionist, and a narrowly avoided spinal injury from bunk bed acrobatics. ...more40minPlay
November 07, 2024S4E29: New Zealand - 'Bike rides, gale-force winds and angry seals'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. ...more41minPlay
October 24, 2024S4E28: New Zealand - 'Passport problems, worrying emails and 'Preacher Teacher''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....more1hPlay
October 03, 2024S4E27: New Zealand - 'New horizons, sea breezes and 'fush & chups''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. ...more33minPlay
September 19, 2024S4E26: New Zealand - 'Onward journeys, bad impressions and spag bol'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 months of backpacking. ...more37minPlay
September 05, 2024S4E25: New Zealand - 'Hot dates, scenic strolls and street daredevils'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....more50minPlay
August 22, 2024S4E24: New Zealand - 'Drag queens, dodgeball and a new friend'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....more45minPlay
May 30, 2024S4E23: New Zealand - 'Snowboarders, drinking games and a single dreadlock'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. ...more43minPlay
May 16, 2024S4E22: New Zealand - 'Mini-golf, hostel hunting and a cabin in the woods'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-courses-around-the-globe...more50minPlay
May 02, 2024S4E21: New Zealand - 'Disastrous hikes, dining out and tearful farewells'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....more47minPlay
FAQs about Gap Year Diaries:How many episodes does Gap Year Diaries have?The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.