Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! In this episode, Tony and Sarah shine a spotlight on Oman — the Gulf’s hidden gem. With its chocolate-brown mountains, lush greenery, and vast deserts, Oman is nothing like its glitzy Gulf neighbours. It’s chilled, authentic, and full of surprises for travellers looking to step off the beaten path. Join Tony and Sarah as they relive their epic road trip across the country — a journey that included following every brown touri...

Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! In this episode, Tony and Sarah head to a part of the world they knew very little about just three days before setting off — Uzbekistan, the historic crossroads of Central Asia. This spontaneous trip takes them through a land of dazzling architecture, rich history, and hearty meals of plov. From Tashkent’s vibrant markets and metro stations to the iconic city of Samarkand with its Shah-i-Zinda mausoleums, Registan Square, and Bibi...

Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! In this episode, Tony and Sarah take you to Sri Lanka — one of their earliest trips together — and prove just how much culture, adventure, and fun you can pack into a single weekend. From watching elephants being bathed at Pinnawala 🐘, exploring the ancient Dambulla Caves 🪨, and staying overnight at the iconic Cinnamon Lodge 🎶 to climbing (or refusing to climb!) Sigiriya’s Lion Rock 🦁, going on safari in Minneriya National P...

Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! Join Tony and Sarah as they turn their expat lens onto Dubai – their home for over a decade – to share a very different side of the city that most tourists never see. Forget the clichés of mega malls and shiny skyscrapers. In this episode, your favourite bantering duo reveal their insider tips for getting off the tourist trail and uncovering Dubai’s surprising hidden gems. From flamingos in the desert, serene lakes at sunrise, and...

Send us a text Ready to hear about ancient pyramids, and unexpected sandstorms? In this episode, we take you deep into Sudan, as we road trip from Khartoum to the pyramids in Meroe. Expect history, humour, and a bit of mayhem. This is not a travel guide—it’s a real-life travel tale packed with laughs, surprises, and heartfelt moments In this episode, we cover: The real story behind Sudan’s pyramids What’s inside the National Museum of Sudan Survivi...

Send us a text In this episode of Bantering Across Borders, Sarah and Tony—British expats and best friends—take you on a three-day journey through the stunning and surprising country of Azerbaijan. From staying overnight with locals in Xinaliq, one of the highest and most remote villages in the Caucasus Mountains, to exploring the ultra-modern skyline and unexpected gems of Baku, this episode is full of laughs, cultural insights, and memorable travel moments. Find out why Tony un...

Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! Join Tony and Sarah as they take a trip down memory lane to share their recollections about a weekend jaunt to Kuwait. Listen in as they go from anticipating Kuwait to being boring to finding unexpected adventure and lots of charm in this serene country. Discover why they get stuck on a once military strategic island, and what they thought about the cultural activities on offer in this Gulf state. They also dive deeper into their ...

Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! Join Tony and Sarah as they uncover the other-worldly country of Djibouti. Listen in as they reminisce about a weekend trip deep into the small but strategic land, in the middle of the horn of Africa. Why was Sarah left manning the boat while everyone swam with the whale sharks and what’s the real story about their visit to Lac Abbe and their trek to see the Flamingos? Tune in for some hilarious banter as the two best...

Send us a text Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! Join Sarah and Tony as they venture through the vibrant streets of Seoul, South Korea! From the high-tech streets of Gangnam to uncovering secret clubs, they share unforgettable travel stories and explore Seoul’s unique blend of cutting-edge tech and timeless tradition. Why did locals keep snapping photos of Tony, mistaking him for a K-pop star? And what’s the real story behind the love locks at Seoul Tower? Tune in for hilarious...

Send us a text Welcome to the debut episode of Bantering Across Borders! Sarah and Tony kick things off by sharing their unforgettable road trip across Saudi Arabia! Expect a blend of adventure, banter, and cultural insights as they recount their journey across the Saudi desert. From hilarious moments with the car falling apart to some surprising music choices, this episode truly has it all. Here’s what you’ll hear: The Road Trip: The highs and lows of a six-hour desert driv...